Sealed Power 8-3400CP Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

Sealed Power 8-3400CP Connecting Rod Bearing Set

Sealed Power 8-3400CP is an OE replacement engine connecting rod bearing set for Ford 351C Cleveland/Modified applications. Built with an overplated copper-lead alloy and standard-size dimensions, it is specified for classic Ford V8 rebuilds that need accurate oil clearance and consistent bearing support.

For Ford Mustang, F-150, Bronco, LTD, Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar applications, this Sealed Power rod bearing set is built around factory-style sizing and fitment requirements. The 8-3400CP part number is a direct reference for buyers searching for a standard replacement bearing set for Cleveland/Modified engines.

Key Features

• OE replacement engine connecting rod bearing set
• Standard size, standard design for factory-style service
• Full rod set configuration
• Overplated copper-lead alloy construction
• Engine family: Cleveland/Modified
• Displacement reference: 351C
• Designed for Ford applications with standard shaft dimensions
• Sealed Power 8-3400CP for classic Ford V8 rebuilds

Detailed Description

Sealed Power 8-3400CP is engineered for Ford 351C Cleveland/Modified engines that require a standard-size connecting rod bearing set. The overplated copper-lead alloy material supports the demands of older performance and truck engines while maintaining the dimensional control needed for proper oil clearance. Published specifications include a housing bore range of 2.4361-2.4369 inches, a standard shaft range of 2.3103-2.3111 inches, and oil clearance values from 0.0005 to 0.0026 inches.

This part number is listed for a wide range of Ford and Mercury vehicles, including 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, 1977-1981 Ford F-150, 1978-1981 Ford Bronco, and 1970-1978 Mercury Cougar. It also applies to additional Cleveland/Modified-equipped Ford passenger cars and trucks, making 8-3400CP a practical choice when rebuilding a compatible 351C engine.

This part cross-references 8B927P and CB927P8 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rod bearing wear in a Ford 351C engine
• Loss of proper oil clearance at the connecting rods
• Noise or knock related to worn rod bearings
• Need for a standard-size OE replacement during engine rebuilds
• Restoration work on Cleveland/Modified Ford V8 engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify crankshaft journal size, housing bore, and oil clearance before assembly. This standard-size bearing set is intended for engines that remain within factory specifications, so measure the crankshaft and connecting rods during teardown and compare them to the published dimensions. Clean all bearing surfaces thoroughly, use assembly lubricant, and confirm clearances during final engine build.

Compatible With 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, Cleveland Engine(s); Modified Engine(s); Standard. Compatible With 1977-1981 Ford F-150, Cleveland Engine(s); Modified Engine(s); Standard. Compatible With 1978-1981 Ford Bronco, Cleveland Engine(s); Modified Engine(s); Standard. Compatible With 1970-1978 Mercury Cougar, Cleveland Engine(s); Modified Engine(s); Standard.

Quality Assurance

Sealed Power states that its parts use advanced designs, modern materials, and ISO- and QS-certified manufacturing processes to meet the requirements of current engine service standards. The 8-3400CP reflects that manufacturing approach in an OE replacement bearing set for Ford Cleveland/Modified applications.