ACL Subaru EJ20/EJ22/EJ25 (52 Journal Size) Std Size High Perf w/ Extra Oil Clearance – CT-1 Coated

ACL 4B8296HXC-STD is a connecting-rod bearing set for the cataloged Subaru EJ15, EJ16, EJ18E, EJ205 engine configurations. STD manufacturer size designation; verify the exact engine and assembled clearance.

Bearing Configuration

The HX base bearing provides 0.001 inch (0.025 mm) additional oil clearance relative to H-STD on the specified standard-size shaft, before accounting for the coating. Measure the finished coated assembly rather than assuming the uncoated clearance. It is separate from any repair-size or housing-oversize designation.

The C suffix identifies the Calico-coated configuration, using Calico CT-1 dry-film lubricant. Select the coated MPN explicitly and verify the resulting assembled clearance; coating is not interchangeable with an uncoated selection by assumption.

Catalog standard rod-journal reference is 52 mm. Confirm the actual journal diameter; this is distinct from the 48 mm 4B8320 family.

Engine Application

The engine-family list identifies catalog applications, not universal vehicle fitment. Confirm the exact engine version, crankshaft, rods, block and bearing location. Vehicle names and photos do not replace dimensional verification.

Specifications

Quantity and Assembly Checks

Confirm the rod-bearing set contents and shell positions against the complete manufacturer number. The photo is representative of the part family.

Measure shaft journals, housing bores and assembled oil clearance using the engine builders specification. Check oil-hole alignment, groove placement and crankshaft fillet clearance before final assembly. Catalog standard dimensions must not be treated as the finished dimensions for a different repair size.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the year and model enough to choose this bearing? No. Match 4B8296HXC-STD to the exact engine and measured build specification.

What size is this listing? STD manufacturer size designation; verify the exact engine and assembled clearance.

Can I substitute a different suffix? Compare the complete grade, size, locating features and assembled clearance before substituting any bearing.

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