Clevite CB-1814HX Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Pair

Clevite H-Series Connecting Rod Bearing Pair

Clevite CB-1814HX is a high-performance engine connecting rod bearing pair built for medium- to high-RPM operation. It uses an H-Series tri-metal design with a hardened steel back, thin overlay, medium eccentricity, and high crush for stable seating in performance engine builds.

Compatible With 2003-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, Excursion, E-350 Club Wagon, and E-350 Super Duty applications listed below, this standard-size bearing set is specified for engines using oversize fillets and extra oil clearance requirements.

• High-performance H-Series bearing construction
• Tri-metal design with hardened steel back and thin overlay
• Medium eccentricity and high crush for secure fitment
• No flash plating for improved seating during assembly
• Standard size with 2.7165-2.7170 shaft diameter range
• Vertical oil clearance up to 0.0025
• Meets or exceeds original equipment manufacturer specifications

Fitment Details

• Fits 2004-2010 Ford E-350 Super Duty, N/A; H Series (Tri-Metal); Standard; X - .001in Extra Oil Clearance; High Performance
• Fits 2003-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N/A; H Series (Tri-Metal); Standard; X - .001in Extra Oil Clearance; High Performance
• Fits 2003-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A; H Series (Tri-Metal); Standard; X - .001in Extra Oil Clearance; High Performance
• Fits 2004-2005 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, N/A; H Series (Tri-Metal); Standard; X - .001in Extra Oil Clearance; High Performance
• Fits 2003-2005 Ford Excursion, N/A; H Series (Tri-Metal); Standard; X - .001in Extra Oil Clearance; High Performance

What This Bearing Addresses

• Rod bearing wear in performance or heavy-duty engine rebuilds
• Oil clearance concerns in medium- to high-RPM operation
• Fitment issues on crankshafts with oversize fillets
• Seating problems caused by plated bearing surfaces
• Replacement needs for standard-size connecting rod bearing applications

Installation Notes

Verify crankshaft journal size, bearing housing bore, and oil clearance before assembly. This part number is intended for standard-size applications and should be matched to the engine’s required clearance specification, especially when building Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, or Excursion engines with oversize fillets. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly and confirm bearing orientation during installation.

Quality Assurance

Clevite H-Series bearings are engineered for performance use and are made to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer specifications. The CB-1814HX part number is built for consistent seating and controlled oil clearance in demanding engine service.