[SEL] 7 inch rod journal bearing

[Arnie Fero]

Hi Bill,

You may have better luck posting this question to the OFES.
http://www.smokstak.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=43

They typically need to pour the larger bearings.

Have you totally ruled out pouring the bearing yourself?
Craig Prucha did a series of BIG engine restoration videos
that included details on pouring LARGE bearings.  You may
be able to purchase them on DVD from Coolspring.

The Magnolia Metal Bearing Book is another awesome resource
for anyone pouring their own bearings.
http://www.metalwebnews.org/ftp/bearing-book.pdf

Good luck.  Be sure to take loads of pictures and post the
results here.

See ya,  Arnie

On Fri, November 9, 2012 3:07 pm, bill boyce wrote:
> hello all,,
> i'm looking for some suggestions for a bearing repair. i need to have a
> connecting rod bearing re-babbitted,,, the appx size is about 7 inches on
> the crank pin dia. and appx 7 inches in width.  there are brass shells the
> babbitt will be poured onto,,,,,
> has anyone had a repair like this done lately? and where is a good place
> to send it for repair?
> any ideas would be appreciated,,,
> bill boyce
> lost prairie, arkansas