What does the .026 size mean for these bearings?

The .026 size indicates that these bearings are undersize by 0.026 inches. This means they are intended for use with crankshaft journals that have been machined down by 0.026 inches during an engine rebuild or repair.

What is PMaxBlack technology?

PMaxBlack is a proprietary overlay developed by King Engine Bearings. It's designed to provide superior load-carrying capacity, which is crucial for high-performance or heavily used engines.

Are these bearings a direct replacement for the original BMW M3 bearings?

These bearings are a direct fit for the specified 1988-1991 BMW M3 models, but they are an undersize (.026) set. Ensure your crankshaft journals have been machined to this size before installation.

Specifications

Brand: King Engine Bearings
Part #: CR4596XP.026
UPC: 611500608476

King Engine Bearings BMW S14B20/S14B23/S14B25 (Size .026) Connecting Rod Bearings (Set of 4)

Name: King Engine Bearings BMW S14B20/S14B23/S14B25 (Size .026) Connecting Rod Bearings (Set of 4)
Brand: King Engine Bearings
SKU: king-engine-bearings-king-engine-bearings-bmw-s14b20-s14b23-s14b25-size-026-conn-t14-183438
Price: 139.05 USD
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Fits 1988-1991 BMW M3. King Engine Bearings connecting rod bearing set (.026 undersize) with PMaxBlack technology for superior load capacity.

Key Features

Fits 1988-1991 BMW M3.
Set of 4 connecting rod bearings.
Features King's PMaxBlack overlay for superior load capacity.
Incorporates Radialock for optimal crush height.
Constructed with a tri-metal copper-based material.
This set is .026 inch undersize for use with machined crankshaft journals.

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Product Details

These connecting rod bearings from King Engine Bearings are built with a tri-metal copper-based material, offering a solid foundation for your BMW S14 engine. They are specifically sized at .026 inch undersize, which is important if you're rebuilding or refreshing an engine where the crankshaft journals have been machined down to match this size.

King has focused on bearing technology since 1960, and these bearings feature their PMaxBlack overlay, which is designed to handle higher loads. They also incorporate Radialock, a feature that helps achieve optimal crush height during installation, ensuring the bearing stays securely in place. This set includes four bearings, enough for one engine's connecting rods.