> Spun bearing.
>
When I originally rotated the crank, this was the first thing that came
to mind. I've heard of it happening, but didn't have any experience.
Plus, I was and still am in denial. I rebuilt the motor 10k miles ago.
It was my first motor, so I wasn't diligent and never used plastigauge.
Maybe clearances were off. I ASSumed the machine shop would do the work
right, but now I know you have to double check.
> If you have a friend with a stethascope (sp?) you may be able to
> take a listen down by the sump and figure out which one it is.
>
What damage can I expect from driving it? I have to get this car back
home (400 miles), before I can start to even think about repairs. This
lousy engineering school doesn't have an Auto Hobby Shop, so I can't
pull the motor and do the work here. I figure if I ruin the crank, it
would still be cheaper to buy another used one, rather than pay someone
to do the work here.
> Good luck,
>
> Scott Allen
Thanks, I could use all I can get.
Jay
PS. That which does not kill me, can only make me stronger.
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