So, I did not double check the lower thrust washers on both sides and installed main bearing caps. breaking #3 as it was pressing into the improperly installed lower thrust washer.
So now the question.... What cars use a non-integrated thrust washer? Will any non diesel cap work?
From reading, I assume any water-cooled from 1980 and on has reliefs cut into the main cap?
I have a 1.6 L gas block with integrated bearings and no reliefs cut into the cap. pick-n-pull might be my answer, but do not want to open up half a dozen oil pans till I find the right one.
Also, I damaged the lower thrust washer, so I need a replacement as well. Any place that sells them for less that $30? Found them at parts place inc, reliable source, but they could be less expensive.
Thanks in advance. This site has been a tremendous help over the years with my little rabbit.