Originally Posted by MoparMike1974
I have tore down many engines that had misaligned cam bearing holes from the factory. Its not a huge deal for a relatively stock engine. Personally when I install them I get them as lined up as possible. Since the engine is not together I would go ahead and correct it.


It’s hard to get the perfectly aligned in the first place. I have a long 1/4” drill bit that I use to drill the bearing after the install. Just catch all the shavings and wash the block again. It’s supposed to be aligned.