{"product_id":"wrist-pin-bearing-for-arctic-cat-cheetah-340-440-1972-1975","title":"Wrist Pin Bearing for Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 440 1972-1975","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWrist Pin Bearing for Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 \u0026amp; 440\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wrist pin bearing is a small end connecting rod bearing for the Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 and 440 snowmobiles from 1972 through 1975, supporting the wrist pin where the piston meets the rod to keep the top end running smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wrist pin bearing for Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 and 440 models is a replacement small end bearing that fits between the wrist pin and the connecting rod. It reduces friction and carries the load where the piston pivots on the rod, helping the top end stay stable through the rpm range. It is built for owners and mechanics servicing 1972 to 1975 Cheetah snowmobiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoller style bearing designed for small end connecting rod support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the wrist pin location on Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 and 440 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened steel rolling elements for load handling at high rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact caged design for smooth rotation around the wrist pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original small end bearing position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Arctic Cat Cheetah 340, 1972-1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Arctic Cat Cheetah 440, 1972-1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop end rebuilds on 1972 to 1975 Arctic Cat Cheetah snowmobiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiston and connecting rod service on Cheetah 340 and 440 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankcase and rod bearing replacement during engine overhaul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration projects for vintage Arctic Cat Cheetah sleds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrist Pin Bearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall end connecting rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efor Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 and 440, 1972-1975\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need to replace this bearing during a top end rebuild? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is good practice to replace the wrist pin bearing whenever the piston or rod is serviced, since these small bearings wear with use. Always inspect the wrist pin and connecting rod bore for wear before installing a new bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will this fit both the Cheetah 340 and Cheetah 440? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This bearing is listed for 1972 to 1975 Arctic Cat Cheetah 340 and 440 models. Confirm your engine and serial number before ordering to be sure of fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142936592470,"sku":"OO1C24137","price":23.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_d7c9ca0c-fa3b-4b58-a28a-1ceae38a14bf.jpg?v=1794566873","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/wrist-pin-bearing-for-arctic-cat-cheetah-340-440-1972-1975","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}