There are two sets of data below. The difference is noted by "(MD)" whic h
represents the Dodge Meadowbrook model and "(CR)"which represents the
Dodge Coronet Royal model. Otherwise they are the same.

Cylinder Numbering

From Drivers seat	Left Bank 1-3-5-7 Right Bank 2-4-6-8

Engine Weights

Dry Power plant assembly (Dry)	590 lb. 853 lb.

Engine Dimensions

Width ( oil filter installed ) Height ( bottom of oil pan to top of air cleaner ) Length ( back of flywheel housin g to front of FAN )	32 3/4 31 28 3/16

< TD>40 to 65 lb.

Engine Lubrication

Pump Type	Rotary, Full Pressure< /TD>
Capacity (qts.) - When Filter Element is Replaced add 1 qt.	5
Pump Drive	Camshaft
Minimum Pump Pressure at 500 RPM	15 psi.
Operating Pressure at 40 to 50 MPH
Oil Filter Type	Shunt Type (opti onal special equipment) Replaceable Element Yes

Cylinder Block

Cylinder Bore ( standard)	3.4372 5 - 3.43975
Cylinder Bore Out-of Round (max. allow able before reconditioning)	.005
Cylinder Bore Taper (max. allowable be fore reconditioning)	.020
Reconditioning Working Limits for Tape r and Out-of-Round	.001
Maximum Allowable Oversize	.060< /TD>
Tappet Bore (diameter)	.905 - .9 055
Distributor Lower Drive Shaft Bushing	Press fit in Block .0015 - .004 Ream to .4865 - .4875 Shaft to Bushi ng Clearance .0007 - .0022

Camshaft

Drive	Chain
Bearings	Steel-Backed Babbitt
Number	5
Thrust Taken By	Thrust Plate
End Play	.002 to .006
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditionin g	.010
Radial Clearance	.001 to .003
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditionin g	.005

Camshaft Journals Diameter and Length

No. 1	1.998 to 1.999 x 7/8
No. 2	1.982 to 1.983 x 3/4
No. 3	1.967 to 1.968 x 3/4
No. 4	1.951 to 1.952 x 3/4
No. 5	1.4355 to 1.4365 x 15/16

Camshaft Bearings Diameter and Length

No. 1	2 x 7/8
No. 2	1 63/64 x 3/4
No. 3	1 31/32 x 3/4
No. 4	1 61/64 x 3/4
No. 5	1 7/16 x 7/8

Camshaft Chain

Adjustment	None
Number of Links	68
Pitch	.375
Width	1 1/8

Crankshaft

Type	Fully Counterbalanced
Bearings	Steel Backed Babbit
Main Bearings	5
Thrust Taken By	#3 Main Bearing< /TD>
End Play	.002 to .007
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditioning	.010
Radial Clearance ( desired )	.00 05 to .0015
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditioning< /TH>	.0025
Finish at Rear Seal Surface	Knur led

Main Bearings

Bearing Sizes ( Diameter and Length)	#1- 2 3/8 x 27/32 #2-2 3/8 x 27/32 #3-2 3/8 x 1 3/32 #4-2 3/8 x 27/32 #5- 2 3/8 x 1 9/16
Main Bearing (service) Available in St andard and the following Undersized	# 1- .001 .002 .003 .010 .012 #2- .001 .002 .003 .010 .012 #3- .001 .002 .003 .010 .012 #4- .001 .002 .003 .010 .012 #5- .001 .002 .003 .010 .012< BR>

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Main Bearing Journals

Diameter	2.3745 to 2.3755
Maximum Allowable Out of Round	. 001
Maximum Allowable Taper	.001
Center Bearing Run-Out ( total indicator reading ) When Supported at Front and Rear Main Bearing	.002

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Crankpin Journals

Diameter	1.9365 to 1.9375
Length	1 13/16
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round	. 001
Maximum Allowable Taper	.001

Connecting Rods and Bearings

Type	Drop Forged I Beam
Length (center to center)	5.9335 - 5.9375
Weight (less bearing)	600 grams< /TD>
Bearings	Steel Backed Babbitt
Diameter and Length	1 15/16 x 13 /16
Radial Clearance Desired	.0005 t o .0015
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditioning	.0025
Side Clearance	.006 to .014
Bearings for Service	Standard, . 001, .002, .003, .010, .012 U.S.

Connecting Rod Bushing

Type	Steel Backed Bronze
Number of Bearings	8
Diameter and Length	35/64 x 1 1/ 8

Pistons

Type	T Slot with Steel Band
Material	Aluminum Alloy Tin Coat ed
Clearance in Bore (pounds pull with . 0015 x 1/2 feeler stock)	5 to 10 lb.
Land Clearance (in bore)	.027 - .033
Clearance Top of Skirt	.00075 t o .00175
Weight (Standard through .060 oversize)	462 - 466 grams
Piston Length (overall)	3 17/64< /TD>
Ring Groove Width	Upper &n bsp;            .0795 - .0805 Intermediate  .0790 - .0800 Lower    &n bsp;  &n bsp;      .1875 - .1890
Pistons for Service	Standard, .0 10, .020, .030, .040, .060, o.s.

Piston Pins

Type	Floating
Diameter and Length	.8591-.8593 x 2.880-2.890
Clearance in Piston (thumb press at 70 86; F.)	.0000 to .0005
End Play	.003 to .029
Clearance in Rod (selective)	.00 01 to .0004
Piston Pins for Service	Standard , .003, .008 o.s.

Piston Rings

Number of Rings per Piston	3
Compression Rings	2
Oil Rings ( with expander)	1
Width of Ring	Upper  & nbsp;           .0775 - .078 0 Intermediate  .0775 - .0780 Lower     & nbsp;  & nbsp;     .1860 - .1865 Expander               .1785-.1825
Piston Ring Gaps	.007 to .015
Ring Side Clearance	Upper & nbsp;            .0015 - .0030 Intermediate  .0010 - .0025 Lower    & nbsp;  & nbsp;      .0010 - .0030

Tappets

Type	Hydraulic
Clearance in Block	.0005 to .001 5
Body Diameter	.9040 to .9045
Clearance Between Valve Stem and Rocke r Arm (Dry)	.060 to .210

Valves - Intake

Head Diameter	1 21/32
Length (to top of valve face)	4 13/16
Stem Diameter	.372 to .373
Stem to Guide Clearance	.001 to .003
Maximum Allowable	.004
Face Angle	45º
Lift	.360

Valves - Exhaust

Head Diameter	1 13/32
Length (overall)	4 3/4
Stem Diameter	.371 to .372
Stem to Guide Clearance	.002 to .004
Maximum Allowable Before	.00 6
Face Angle	45º
Lift	.364

Valve Guides

Length ( intake and exhaust )	2 19/32
Press Fit in Head	.001 - .003
Valve Seat to top of Guide	Intak e - 15/16 Exhaust - 1 3/32
Ream after Installation	Intake - .374 - .375 Exhaust - .374 - .375
Install Exhaust Valve Guide with Oil Hole Toward Intake Guide.

Exhaust Valve Seat Inserts.

Seat Angle	45º
Seat Wiudth	.040 - .060
Press Fit in Head	.002 - .004

Head

Valve Springs - Outer

Number	16
Free Length	2 1/32
Pressure (When Compressed to 1 11/16) Val ve closed	38 to 43 lbs.
Pressure (When Compressed to 1 5/16) Valv e open	100 to 110 lb.
Assemble with Closed Coils Toward
Valve Spring ID	.990 to 1.010
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Plumb	1/1 6
Valve Spring Installed Height (spring seat to retainer) *Use 1/16 spacer to reduce spring height (when over 1 11/16)	1 5/8 - 1 11/16

Valve Springs - Inner

Number	16
Free Length	2 1/64
Pressure (When Compressed to 1 9/16) Valv e Closed	20 to 23 lbs.
Pressure (When Compressed to 1 3/16) Valv e Open	40 to 45 lbs.
Valve Spring ID	.690 to .710
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Plumb	1/1 6
Valve Stem Assembled Length (stem tip to s pring seat)	1 29/32 - 1 31/32

244º

Valve Timing

Position of No. 1 Piston with Respect to Block at TDC	.017 Above to .008 Below
Intake Opens (BTDC)	17º
Intake Closes (ABDC)	47º
Exhaust Opens (BBDC)	55º
Exhaust Closes (ATDC)	9º
Valve overlaps	26º
Intake and Exhaust Valve Duration

Cylinder Head

Number Used	2
Combustion Chamber	Hemispherical
Valve Seat Run-out (maximum)	.00 2
Valve Seat Out-of-Round	.0005
Intake Valve Seat Angle	45º ;
Seat Width (finished)	.060 to .0 85
Exhaust Valve Seat Angle	45º ;
Seat Width (finished)	.040 to .0 60
Cylinder Head Gasket (thickness)	.075 (MD) .055 (CR)

Rocker Shaft Assembly

Clearance Between Rocker Arm and Tube	.001 - .002
Clearance Between Rocker Tube and Bracket	.0007 - .0027
Clearance Between Valve Stem and Rocker A rm (Dry)	.060 - .210
Pressure Lubricated	Yes (metered )

Tightening Reference - INCH POUNDS

Crankcase ventilator outlet pipe bolt	15
Manifold heat control counterweight bolt< /TH>	50
Rocker cover stud nut	30
Rocker cover bolt	30
Tappet chamber cover bolt	50
Ignition cable cover bolt	85