Clevite Ford Products V8 239-255 1948-53 Main Bearing Set

These Clevite main bearings are built with a tri-metal construction, featuring a steel-backed overlay with a lead-tin-bronze alloy. This design is known for its excellent fatigue strength and wear resistance, making it a solid choice for rebuilding or refreshing the crankshaft support in your classic Ford V8 engine. They are specifically made for the 239-255 cubic inch engines found in a wide range of Ford and Mercury vehicles from the late 1940s through the mid-1950s.

When you're rebuilding the bottom end of an engine like the Ford Flathead V8 or its successors, the main bearings are critical for keeping the crankshaft properly aligned and supported. These Clevite bearings are designed to handle the loads and stresses these engines produce, offering a well-built replacement that respects the original design while incorporating modern bearing material technology. They fit right into the factory main caps, simplifying the installation process for mechanics familiar with these older Ford powerplants.

This set is intended for engines with a 2.5-inch main journal diameter. Ensure you have the correct specifications for your specific engine build before ordering. Proper installation, including clean surfaces and correct oil clearances, is key to getting the most out of these durable bearings.