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Bearing Inspection

  1. 1.

    Inspect bearings for the following defects:

    1. 1.

      Cratering - fatigue failure

    1. 2.

      Spot polishing - incorrect seating

    1. 3.

      Imbedded dirty engine oil

    1. 4.

      Scratching - dirty engine oil

    1. 5.

      Base exposed - poor lubrication

    1. 6.

      Both edges worn - journal damaged

    1. 7.

      One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
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