Engine Block: Description
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The cast iron cylinder block is a two-piece assembly, consisting of the cylinder block and bed plate. See Fig 1. The bed plate incorporates the main bearing caps and bolts to the cylinder block. This design offers a much stronger lower end and increased cylinder block rigidity. The rear oil seal retainer is integral with the block. The bed plate and block are serviced as an assembly.
| 1 - CYLINDER BLOCK |
| 2 - BED PLATE |