1.7.2 Camshaft and Bearings
DETROIT DIESEL 53
Fig. 7. - Removing and Replacing Camshaft Bearing
until the shoulder on the installer prevents the shaft from
The right rear and left front intermediate bearings for the
further movement. The bearing is now installed in its
6V cylinder block are 5.54" from the rear and front face
correct position.
of the block; and the right front and left rear
intermediate bearings are 6.66" from the front and rear
face of the block.
Install the remaining end bearings in the same manner.
Use of tool J 7593-03 assures that the bearings are
properly spaced in relation to the end of the block.
1972 General Motors Corp.
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