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Cap and Rod Grinder CRG170

Angle view of the Winona Van Norman Cap and Rod Grinder designed for precision machining of connecting rod caps and mating surfaces.

The Winona Van Norman CRG170 Cap & Rod Grinder is engineered to precisely resurface the parting faces of connecting rods and main bearing caps, restoring them to factory specifications for accurate engine assembly. Designed for professional engine rebuilding, remanufacturing, and high-performance machine shops, the CRG170 ensures the precise mating surfaces required before line boring, line honing, or connecting rod resizing operations. Its rigid construction and precision grinding capabilities help maintain critical engine tolerances for improved reliability and performance.

Built for accuracy and repeatability, the CRG170 delivers smooth, consistent material removal while maintaining perfectly flat and parallel parting surfaces. Its precision grinding system allows technicians to restore worn or distorted connecting rods and main bearing caps with confidence, ensuring proper bearing crush, housing bore geometry, and component alignment. The machine’s user-friendly design streamlines setup and operation, helping shops increase efficiency while producing consistently high-quality results.

Designed for years of dependable service, the Winona Van Norman CRG170 combines rugged construction, precision engineering, and reliable performance to maximize productivity while minimizing rework. Whether rebuilding automotive, diesel, marine, or industrial engines, the CRG170 provides the accuracy, durability, and repeatable results professional machine shops rely on to restore critical engine components with confidence.

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The large capacity and robust construction make it ideally suited for both automotive and heavy-duty diesel applications. The adjustable clamping mechanism allows the operator to surface caps on the original parting line even when the clamping surface is not square with this area. These features make it the ideal companion for rod and main bore resizing equipment.

Grinding wheel diameter          6″(152mm)

Motor HP                                      3/4 HP

Voltage                                           115/230V, 1Ph, 60Hz/50Hz

Net weight                                      176 lbs (80Kg)

Shipping weight                             250 lbs (114Kg)

Crated shipping weight                 370 lbs (168Kg)

860776          115/230V, 60Hz, 1Ph

863195          115/230V, 50Hz, 1Ph

860811          Cup grinding wheel, 6″ diameter

860745          Wheel dressing diamond

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