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Cummins/Onan 6.5NH - 3CR / 6000 A — Crankshaft Endplay Check and Adjustment

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan 6.5NH - 3CR / 6000 A, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan NH engine

Procedure

  1. After the rear bearing end plate has been tightened to the recommended torque, check the crankshaft endplay.
  2. If there is too much endplay, remove the rear bearing end plate.
  3. Add a shim between the thrust washer and plate.
  4. Reinstall the end plate making sure the thrust washer and shim notches line up with the lock pins.
  5. Torque and recheck the endplay of the crankshaft.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Crankshaft end play 0.005-0.009 inch
  • Rear bearing plate 25-27 Amazon eBay lb-ft

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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