Cylinder Block Assembly: Description and Operation

ENGINE BLOCK

Fig. 33 Cylinder Block And Bedplate - Typical:

DESCRIPTION
The cast iron cylinder block is a two-piece assembly, consisting of the cylinder block and bedplate. The bedplate incorporates the main bearing caps and bolts to the cylinder block. This design offers a much stronger lower end and increased cylinder block rigidity The rear oil seal retainer is integral with the block. The bedplate and block are serviced as an assembly.