1999 Ford Expedition bearings

1999 FORD EXPEDITION
181,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LEICHLER
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can u roll rod bearings in the motor without pulling the motor
Mar 12, 2010 at 5:11 PM
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TOOOMANYTOYS
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Yes you can replace the rod bearings without pulling the motor, as long as you can get the oil pan out. Make sure to check the crank for damage. Usually if the bearings are bad it beats up the crank shaft.
Mar 12, 2010 at 5:15 PM
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