Overhaul Manual
O-360 and IO-360 Series Engines
Table 72-00-11.3 • Backlash and End Clearance Limits
Description of Limit Minimum (in.) Maximum (in.)
Crankshaft Gear to Idler Gear 0.004 0.015
Magneto Drive Gears to Idler Gears 0.004 0.015
Camshaft Gear to Idler Gear 0.004 0.015
Vacuum Pump Gear to Camshaft Gear 0.004 0.015
Oil Pump Gears 0.010 0.030
Propeller Governor Gear to Idler Gear 0.004 0.015
Idler Gears (End Clear) 0.005 0.040
Propeller Governor Gear (End Clear) 0.002 0.024
Vacuum Pump Gear (End Clear) 0.010 0.057
Table 72-00-11.4 • Valve Spring Dimensional Limits
Compression Force (Lb)
Description of Limit Wire Dia. (in.)
Compressed
Height (in.)
Min Max
Spring Valve, Inner 0.135 1.17 59 67
Spring Valve, Outer 0.177 1.30 111 122
Table 72-00-11.5 • Crush Type Gasket Tightening Angles
Description of Limit Angle (approx.)
Oil Suction Screen Gasket 135º
Pressure Relief Valve Gasket 90º
Oil Cooler Bypass Plug Gasket 135º
NOTE: Install Crush Gasket with seam toward aluminum case. Tighten thread until cap or valve
body contacts gasket. Turn additional angle shown above. Lock wire in place.
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