TEST YOUR CRANKSHAFT GRINDING KNOWLEDGE.

QUESTION (1) What type of machine is a crankshaft grinder?
ANSWER

QUESTION (2) Name two important procedures that reduce chatter and improve surface finish when grinding?
ANSWER

QUESTION (3) What parts of the crankshaft are usually used to set up the crank ready for grinding the mains?
ANSWER

QUESTION (4) What has to be checked and possibly redressed on the grinding wheel every time a different model crank is reground?
ANSWER

QUESTION (5) What is meant by stroking a crankshaft during the regrinding operation?
ANSWER

QUESTION (6) What other items have to be considered and addressed when "stroking" a crankshaft?
ANSWER

QUESTION (7) When grinding a crank is it the general practice to grind the mains first or the big ends first and why?
ANSWER

QUESTION (8) What is nitriding?
ANSWER

QUESTION (9) What depth does nitriding general penetrate the shaft to?
ANSWER

QUESTION (10) Why is it so important that the oil holes have an even and correct chamfer re-machined after regrinding?
ANSWER

90% to 100% correct answers indicate a good understanding of engine problems and functions. This web site is full of information that may improve your knowledge and skill.

Disclaimer agreement

: Every care has been taken in writing this information and procedures, but no responsibility can be excepted for errors, omissions or misuse of this information and procedures. The information available on this site is for your instruction only and cannot be copied for sale, © copyright 2001 UMR Engines www.engineproblem.com.au