{"product_id":"acl-race-bearings-flexigauge","title":"ACL Race Bearings Flexigauge","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlexigauge is a precision manufactured plastic strip. It is available in four sizes and is used to check clearance of main and connecting rod bearings, and is suitable for Automotive, Marine and Industrial applications.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe four sizes available together cover clearances from .001 in to .016 in, or .025mm to .406mm and as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDifferent types avalible:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAG-1 - (RG-1) (Green Pack)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.001 - .003in or .025 - .076mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAR-1 - (RR-1) (Red Pack)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.002 - .006in or .050 - .150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAB-1 - (RB-1) (Blue Pack)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.004 - .009in or .100 - .230mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAY-1 - (RY-1) (Yellow Pack)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.008 - .016in or .203 - .406mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInformation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlexigauge strips - 12 in long - are packed in individual envelopes, which are marked in appropriate graduation - one side in thousandths of an inch and the other side in millimetres. Ten strips in their envelopes are packed in their appropriate coloured carton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor use, which are printed on the outside of each carton for easy reference, are as follows:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove the bearing cap, wipe the journal and bearing shell clear of oil.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace a piece of Flexigauge across the bearing at the crown (see Figure 1).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstall the bearing cap and using a Torque Wrench tighten the bolts to the correct tension.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDO NOT REVOLVE THE SHAFT OR BEARINGS.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove bearing cap. The Flexigauge will be adhering either to the bearing or shaft.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompare the width of the flattened Flexigauge with the graduation of the envelope. The figure within the graduations indicates the clearance in thousandths of an inch of millimetres, depending on which side of the envelope is used. (See Figure 2)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTaper is indicated when Flexigauge is wider at one end than the other, the amount of taper being the difference between the readings. The widest part of the Flexigauge represents the area of least clearance. “Barrelling” of the shaft when the Flexigauge is wider in the centre of the bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eP R E C A U T I O N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen checking main bearings, with the CAP supporting the crankshaft, the weight of the crankshaft and flywheel must be taken off the bearing caps to avoid inaccurate results. This can be done, for example, by ‘ jacking’ on the crankshaft balance weight. Main and connecting rod bearing clearances should be checked on the area of least journal wear. Main bearing checks should be made with the adjacent crankpin situated about 30 degrees after bottom dead centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"70\" src=\"https:\/\/www.speedingparts.eu\/image\/8458\/ACL-logo.png\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.speedingparts.eu\/image\/8458\/ACL-logo.png\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACL Race Bearings","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":54768089039187,"sku":"ACL-AR-1","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":54768089071955,"sku":"PA800-ACL-002","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":54768089104723,"sku":"PA800-ACL-003","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":54768089137491,"sku":"PA800-ACL-004","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/3765\/3331\/files\/ACLRaceBearingsFlexigauge.png?v=1787931851","url":"https:\/\/cdmsport.shop\/products\/acl-race-bearings-flexigauge","provider":"CDM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}