Bearing Inspection

Inspection 

1. 1.
   
   

   1. 1.
      
      Cratering - fatigue failure

   1. 2.
      
      Spot glazing - incorrect seating

   1. 3.
      
      Scratching - dirty engine oil

   1. 4.
      
      Base exposed - poor lubrication

   1. 5.
      
      Both edges worn - journal damaged

   1. 6.
      
      One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated

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