Re: [VintageLambo] Crank bearings/questions

Dennis Briddell wrote: >you can chrome plate back to standard if the oversize inserts aren"t > available. I never liked chroming a crank, as it is a hard surface subject to cracking if too thick, and unless done very carefully, adds embrittlement to metalurgy. Some folks claim it is more likely to cause small particles in the oil to become imbedded in the soft bearings, affecting lubrication patterns. Finally, if done I"d never add more than .002, and feel a lot better with .001. While folks like Vandervell used to offer .002 bearings, I"m not sure if they are available today.