Thanks Carl. I have seen bearings that were 0.001 and 0.002 oversize, and I presume they were manufactured to do exactly what I am trying to accomplish. I don't have the tools to accurately measure taper other than the plastigage. When I gauged the journal, there was little difference in the measurement from one side to the other, and scoring could barely be felt with my fingernail.
Just playing in the grease and oil.
Paul
I hear you Paul. I always try to do what I can to get every mile out of my old engines. I recently forked over $2,300 to have a 235 thoroughly rebuilt. I would rather not have to do that again if I can help it. Do some research on checking for out-of-round. I think you will find it to be not too difficult, and you can add that task to your bragging list.
Carl
