Align Honing of Main Journals
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What happens here
The main journals are finished using an align hone machine, specifically designed and manufactured by the Blueprint Engineering department. This machine utilizes special honing stones and coolant to dial in the main journal dimensions to extremely tight tolerances, ensuring optimal fit for the crankshaft. A safety light curtain mechanism is incorporated, which immediately shuts down the machine if any object breaks the beam, preventing injuries. This step ensures the final critical dimensions for the crankshaft bearings are met.
Goal: Achieve final precise dimensions for crankshaft main journals.
Tools and materials
- Coolant — Lubrication and cooling during honing
- Engine Blocks — The engine blocks undergoing final main journal honing
- Honing Stones — Abrasive material used for honing
- Safety Light Curtain — Ensuring operator safety during machine operation
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