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ACL Race Series Engine Bearings - 8B743P-10

When you're pushing your classic Chevy to its limits, you need engine bearings that can keep up with the demands of high performance. The ACL Race Series Engine Bearings (8B743P-10) are meticulously engineered to provide the durability and reliability you expect from top-tier automotive components. Designed specifically for higher RPM conditions, these trimetal bearings are perfect for enthusiasts looking to enhance their engine's performance.

Key Features

  • Constructed with a high-strength overlay plate that has a reduced thickness, enhancing fatigue resistance for prolonged performance.
  • Hardened steel backs on all rod bearings improve support and retention, ensuring they stay securely in place during intense driving.
  • Increased crush for superior bearing retention, minimizing the risk of failure under stress.
  • Eliminates flash plating on the back of the bearings, optimizing heat transfer and maximizing grip between the bearing and housing.
  • Enhanced eccentricity to counteract bore distortion at high RPM, aiding the formation of hydrodynamic oil films for better lubrication.
  • 3/4 grooved main bearings designed to optimize the load-carrying surface area and improve oil flow to the connecting rod bearings.
  • Consistent wall tolerances to help maintain precise clearances, crucial for performance builds.
  • Enlarged ID chamfers on bearing edges accommodate large fillet radii on performance crankshafts, ensuring a perfect fit.

Specifications

  • Sizes Available: STD, 001, 009, 010, 011, 020
  • Oil Clearance: Standard
  • Half Type: Upper & Lower
  • Material: Tri-metal with hardened steel backs
  • Min Standard Shaft Size: 2.199 in / 55.855 mm
  • Max Standard Shaft Size: 2.2 in / 55.88 mm
  • Min Standard Tunnel Size: 2.3247 in / 59.047 mm
  • Max Standard Tunnel Size: 2.3252 in / 59.06 mm
  • Max Wall at Crown: 0.0619 in / 1.572 mm
  • Max Overall Length: 0.889 in / 22.58 mm

Fitment

The 8B743P-10 bearings are compatible with a range of classic and modern Chevy models, making them a versatile choice for various builds:

  • Chevrolet Bel Air (1950-1975 & 1981)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1975-1982 & 1984-2013)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1975-1985 & 1994-1996 & 2000-2020)

Customer Feedback

Chevrolet Impala owners have reported significant improvements in engine responsiveness after upgrading to these bearings. One user noted, “After installing the ACL Race bearings in my 1978 Impala, I noticed a smoother power delivery, especially at higher RPMs. They fit perfectly and have held up well during my spirited drives.”

For those looking to upgrade their engine's internals, the ACL Race Series Engine Bearings (8B743P-10) are a solid choice that combines quality engineering with real-world performance. Don’t compromise on your build; equip your ride with the best.

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1950-1975, 1981
Chevrolet Bel Air
1975-1982, 1984-2013
Chevrolet Corvette
1975-1985, 1994-1996, 2000-2020
Chevrolet Impala

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Who is ACL?

ACL is a company that specializes in manufacturing and distributing high-quality engine bearings that have played a key role in the Australian automotive parts market. 

Based in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, the company has been in the business for more than 70 years and has become the leading brand when it comes to its market segment.

Throughout the years, ACL has consistently provided top quality products and has become the equipment supplier of multiple Automotive brands such as Lancia, Mazda, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, Suzuki, Renault, SAAB, and more.  ACL also provides a replacement product range used by the aftermarket industry.

The company ensures that it maintains its high level of standard by employing manufacturing processes that are ISO certified. They also use the industry’s most advanced tooling equipment and designing software that allows them to create products that are superior in quality. ACL has been known worldwide to create bearings that are durable, innovative, and precise.

ACL also offers bearing used for high-performance applications. The company has been involved in motorsport racing since the 1960s and has manufactured bearings used in Brabham Formula 1. Today, their products are being used in different racing disciplines such as the Australian Supercar Championship, Drag racing, Driftings, and Rally.

Purchase ACL Bearings at Vivid Racing

Engine Bearings are a critical component of a vehicle and should not be overlooked. If you want to make sure that what you get is something you could rely on, then ACL is the brand for you. With over 200 engine applications, whether it’s an American, Australian, European, or Asian made vehicle, ACL got you covered. Visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of bearings that would fit your specific needs.

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