How to not pinch bearings?

[Conner]

Ok so first time I tried putting my engine together I couldnt move the crankshaft. So I took it apart and found I pinched a bearing which seems like a pretty common problem people have on here. Is there an easier way or a trick to not pinch them? I just ordered new ones and I dont want to have to order any more.

Conner
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1965 BAJA

[earthquake]

Before you put the bearings on the crank, put them in there respective saddle and make sure they are in place then mark them with a new sharpie, when you assemble the motor, line the marks up to the saddle an you will know they are in place. this works for me.

Casey
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