[SEL] Eng bearing cap info needed

[cgandree at mchsi.com]

How does one determine quantity of shims to use when replacing the bearing 
caps over the crank shaft on a Sandwich 1 1/2hp. The shim stock on my engine 
fell apart when soaking in solvent tank and I am trying to adjust the 
tightness of the bearing caps.  Also any sugestions on how to make up new ones.
Any other engine Ive restored always made them out of metal and they were 
easily saved.
thankyou in advance,
Curt Andree