Clevite CB-1633H Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Pair

Clevite CB-1633H Performance Rod Bearings

Clevite CB-1633H is an H-Series engine connecting rod bearing pair built for high-performance use in Ford truck and van applications. It combines a medium eccentricity profile, high crush, a hardened steel back, and a thin overlay for stable seating and consistent bearing support in medium- to high-RPM operation.

Compatible With Ford E-350 Club Wagon, E-350 Super Duty, Excursion, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, E-350 Econoline, F-250 HD, F-350, and F-250 applications listed below. The CB-1633H is a standard-size bearing set with OE-spec dimensions and H-Series tri-metal construction.

• High-performance H-Series connecting rod bearing pair
• Standard size for engines using 2.4980-2.4990 in. shaft diameter
• 2.6905 in. housing bore specification
• Maximum wall thickness: 0.0950 in.
• Vertical oil clearance up to 0.0041 in.
• Hardened steel back with thin overlay for bearing support
• Made without flash plating for improved seating during assembly
• Meets or exceeds original equipment manufacturer specifications

Detailed Application Overview

The Clevite CB-1633H is intended for engines that see medium to high RPM use and crankshafts with oversize fillets. Its H-Series design uses controlled eccentricity and high crush to promote proper shell seating under load, making it a practical choice for performance rebuilds and service work where bearing stability matters. This part number, CB-1633H, is commonly searched for Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, and Ford F-250 Super Duty engine rebuilds.

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What It Helps Address

• Rod bearing wear during performance rebuilds
• Improper bearing seating in high-load engine assemblies
• Clearance concerns in standard-size rod journal applications
• Service needs for engines operating at medium to high RPM
• Replacement of worn bearings in Ford E-350, F-250, F-350, and Excursion engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify crankshaft journal diameter, housing bore, and oil clearance before assembly. The CB-1633H is a standard-size bearing, so journal condition and machining accuracy should be confirmed during engine inspection. Use clean assembly practices, check bearing crush and shell seating, and confirm the crankshaft fillet profile matches H-Series application requirements. Always follow the engine builder’s specifications for torque, lubrication, and clearance measurement.

Quality Assurance

Clevite H-Series bearings are engineered for performance applications and built to meet or exceed OEM specifications. The hardened steel back, thin overlay, and no-flash-plating construction support consistent fitment and seating in properly prepared engines.

• Fits 2003 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty, N/A
• Fits 2000-2003 Ford Excursion, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A
• Fits 1995-2002 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1995-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, N/A
• Fits 1994-1997 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1994-1996 Ford F-250, N/A