{"product_id":"acl-race-series-standard-rod-bearings-ford-v8","title":"ACL Race Series Standard Rod Bearings for Ford V8 Engines","description":"\u003ch4\u003eRace Series protection for high load Ford V8 builds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACL 8B1442H-STD is a standard size connecting rod bearing set for the verified Ford V8 engine applications listed below. It is engineered for original equipment crankshafts with tri metal copper lead construction and high tensile steel backing. Vehicle model alone does not determine compatibility, so match the engine configuration and crankshaft type before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACL Race Series H specification for original equipment crankshaft geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard bearing size for an unground standard journal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTri metal construction with a copper lead tin lining, nickel barrier, lead tin copper overlay, and SAE 1010 high tensile steel backing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo final silvery tin flash for direct bearing to housing contact and effective heat transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased crush and eccentricity support bearing retention and oil film formation in performance use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrankshaft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.6L VIN 6, W, or X Windsor SOHC V8 and 5.4L SOHC V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.6L DOHC V8 and 4.6L SOHC 24 valve V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0L Coyote V8, including Mustang applications from 2010 onward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.4L DOHC 24 valve supercharged V8 with aluminum block from 2011 onward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRace Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8B1442H-STD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearing Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnecting rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShell Part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5636H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTunnel Diameter Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56.865 to 56.886 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft Diameter Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52.984 to 53.002 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Wall at Crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.925 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Overall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.95 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTri metal copper lead construction with high tensile steel backing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark tarnished coloration is normal because no final silvery tin flash is applied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne standard size ACL Race Series connecting rod bearing set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout ACL\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACL develops performance engine bearings with controlled wall thickness, crush, and eccentricity for consistent fit, bearing retention, and oil clearance in demanding engine builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 8B1442H-STD?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an ACL Race Series standard size connecting rod bearing set for the listed Ford V8 engine applications using original equipment crankshaft geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bearing set standard size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is intended for a standard journal that remains within the published shaft diameter range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this set provide extra oil clearance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the H standard configuration. Extra clearance versions use a different HX designation and should be selected only after measuring the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit every vehicle with a Ford 4.6L or 5.4L engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Compatibility depends on the exact engine configuration and crankshaft geometry. A vehicle model or displacement alone is not enough to confirm fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat crankshaft type is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is specified for original equipment crankshaft geometry. Aftermarket crankshafts with large fillet radii may require a narrow bearing configuration instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the dark bearing surface normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Race Series bearings omit the cosmetic silvery tin flash, so the copper containing overlay can show dark black, brown, or blue tarnish without affecting operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow should oil clearance be checked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the torqued assembled bearing bore at 90 degrees to the parting faces with a bore gauge, measure the journal with a micrometer, then calculate the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan the bearing surface be polished to change clearance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Do not use abrasive pads or paper on the bearing surface to alter oil clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty applies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bearing set is covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty. Warranty service and eligibility are subject to the manufacturer's terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the engine configuration, crankshaft geometry, journal size, and housing bore before assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the rod, cap, crankshaft journal, and bearing registers for damage or contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat each shell in its correct register and apply the assembly lubricant specified by the engine builder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall and torque the connecting rod fasteners to the applicable engine and fastener manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the assembled bearing bore and crankshaft journal with calibrated tools, then verify the required oil clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm free crankshaft rotation and complete all final engine builder checks before operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not polish the bearing surface with abrasive pads or paper to change clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"ACL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46486221783119,"sku":"ACL8B1442H-STD","price":100.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/acl-8b1442h-std-race-series-rod-bearings-1.png?v=1787674967","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/acl-race-series-standard-rod-bearings-ford-v8","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}