



The Mahle Clevite CB-1869P is a heavy-duty, P-Series connecting rod bearing specifically designed for the Ford 6.4L Powerstroke. In an engine known for its massive torque and high cylinder pressures, the bottom end needs more than just a standard replacement. These bearings utilize a specialized tri-metal construction to provide the fatigue resistance and load-carrying capacity required for both stock work trucks and modified performance builds.
TM-77 Tri-Metal Construction: Built with a hardened steel backing, a copper-lead intermediate layer, and a lead-tin-copper overlay. This layering allows the bearing to "give" slightly under load (conformability) while maintaining extreme strength.
High Eccentricity & Crush: Engineered with a specific profile to compensate for rod bore distortion at high RPMs and heavy loads. The high crush factor ensures the shells stay locked firmly in the connecting rod to prevent spinning.
Superior Fatigue Resistance: The "P" (Performance) series features a thinner overlay than standard passenger car bearings, which prevents "hen tracking" (overlay fatigue) common in high-torque diesel applications.
Direct OE Upgrade: Replaces the factory bi-metal bearings with a more robust tri-metal design, offering a significant upgrade in durability for towing and heavy-duty use.
| Feature | Specification |
| Part Number | CB-1869P |
| Engine Fitment | 2008–2010 Ford 6.4L Powerstroke V8 |
| Material | TM-77 (Steel / Copper-Lead / Babbitt) |
| Housing Bore | 2.992 in – 2.993 in |
| Max Wall Thickness | 0.078 in |
| Standard Shaft Diameter | 2.834 in – 2.835 in |
| Quantity Required | 8 per engine (Sold individually or in pairs; verify listing) |
This bearing is the standard-size replacement for the 6.4L Powerstroke found in:
2008–2010 Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 / F-550 Super Duty
2008–2010 International / Navistar MaxxForce 7
Service Note: While the 6.4L and the earlier 6.0L share many design similarities, they use different rod bearings. The CB-1869P is specifically for the 6.4L; for 6.0L engines, you would typically use the CB-1814P.
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Then email a copy of each document within 45 days from the time of purchase to warranty@choateperformance.com. You should also retain a copy for your records as it may be required to assist with a warranty concern.
MODEL C STANDARD WARRANTY
1 Year / Unlimited Miles

THIS WARRANTY IS WITH THE PURCHASE OF THE INSTALLATION PACKAGE AND IS FOR THE ENGINE/WORKMANSHIP ONLY. NO LABOR PAYOUTS.
EXTENDED COMMERCIAL WARRANTIES ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON WORKHORSE, CASSQUATCH RACE SERIES, OR MODEL C ENGINES.
Remanufactured Heads — 6 Months
PARTS ONLY

Cylinder heads are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover cylinder heads that are damaged due to improper installation, overheating, abuse, or accident.
Short Block Engines

Warranty coverage for Short Block engines does not include labor payout. We do not cover fluid leaks on any Short Block builds.
DAILY DRIVER WARRANTY
5 Year / 100,000 Miles

THIS WARRANTY IS NOT A FULL COVERAGE WARRANTY. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR WARRANTY CAREFULLY.
Labor rate for PREFERRED DEALER ONLY is a higher shop rate using Mitchell flat rate time.
WORKHORSE SERIES ENGINE
5 Year / 100,000 Miles

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YOUR CASSQUATCH RACE ENGINE
6 Months / 3,000 Miles
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CHOATE ENGINEERING PERFORMANCE COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
1 Year / 20,000 Miles

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Labor rate for PREFERRED DEALER ONLY is a higher shop rate using Mitchell flat rate time.
CHOATE ENGINEERING PERFORMANCE EXTENDED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
3 Year / 60,000 Miles

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WARRANTY COVERAGE DETAILS
This warranty will cover remanufactured Short and Long-Block engines that are built by Choate Engineering Performance unless otherwise stated. From this page on, engines will be referred to as “unit(s)” and/or “engine(s)” unless otherwise stated. Fuel pump, injectors, and turbo warranties, and warranties on all accessories, are covered by the supplying manufacturer’s warranty.
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This warranty will not cover damages caused by the following for remanufactured engines:
Choate Engineering Performance limited warranty will end after the expiration of time or mileage from the date of the original invoice. Any repairs or replacements will not extend the warranty. The buyer shall be responsible for all defects thereafter, regardless of cause. Choate Engineering Performance limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied.
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CHOATE ENGINEERING PERFORMANCE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE WORKHORSE AND CASSQUATCH SERIES ENGINES IS IN ADDITION TO ALL ITEMS LISTED IN THE STANDARD WARRANTY PACKAGE AND SUPERSEDES ALL MILEAGE REQUIREMENTS.
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FREIGHT / SHIPPING CHARGES

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