Topics > Project motorcycles > Roy Smith's Moto Guzzi 850 T3 engine rebuild > 2013 March 19: Install the front main bearingCreated: 2013 March 19Updated: 2013 March 19First entry|Previous entry|Next entry|Last entryFor the front main bearing I use new thick wave washers (this is what Guzzi now uses) and apply ThreeBond 1104 (or similar) to the threads. The ThreeBond product acts as a thread retaining compound without any risk of damaging the alluminum threads when removed later.Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.I used new bolts and torqued in place.Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.I fit the base plate for the bow-type timing chain tensioner. This one clearly manufactured by Stucchi Luigi.Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.Front main bearing is coated with assembly lube.Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.You can just see the oiling dowel in place.Photo courtesy of Gregory Bender.First entry|Previous entry|Next entry|Last entryAdditional entries for this project2013 March 19: Inspect and prepare the crankcase2013 March 19: Ensure the bottom of the crankcase and sump are flat2013 March 19: Prepare the crankshaft2013 March 19: Prepare the rear main bearing2013 March 19: Install the breather pipes in the bellhousing2013 March 19: Install the camshaft2013 March 19: Install the oil pump2013 March 19: Install the front main bearing2013 March 19: Install the crankshaft2013 March 19: Install the rear main bearing2013 March 19: Install the timing sprockets, chain, and tensioner2013 March 19: Fit the timing chest cover2013 March 19: Revisit the rear main bearing2013 March 19: Fit the connecting rods2013 March 19: Fit the oil sump and sump extension2013 March 19: Install the flywheel and clutch2013 March 19: Install the alternator and rotor2013 March 19: Install the oil pressure sending unit2013 March 19: Install the tappets2013 March 19: Install the right piston and cylinder2013 March 19: Install the left piston and cylinder2013 March 19: Install the left cylinder head2013 March 19: Install the right cylinder head2013 March 19: Install the distributor2013 March 19: Repair timing chest cover