Reaming with Taper Hand Reamers

Shows the hand reaming of a taper pin hole through a shaft and collar and taper reaming a dowel pin hole on a split bearing cap. A study of the blueprint shows that a No. 6 taper reamer is called for, as the commentary explains that reamers for taper pins come in sizes numbered from 0 to 13. Animation shows the action of the reamer blade in removing metal with a scraping action.