Thrust Bearing
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Install thrust bearing on No. 3 main bearing with grooves facing outward, toward crankshaft. Thrust bearing must be replaced if crankshaft end play is not within specification. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.