Core Program Handbook - Bendix

GRADING
BENDIX CORE PROGRAM HANDBOOK
The basic core being returned must be complete with no parts missing or damaged to obtain the
good core allowance. Cores with missing or damaged parts are subject to core allowances as
defi ned below:
Grade your cores and note the grade of each on the Core Return Memo. Bendix will also
review the condition of the cores upon receipt at our inspection facility. Bendix reserves
the right to return cores that do not meet the intent of our core policy. The results
of the Bendix review will be final. No material will be held in inventory for further review.
Improperly packaged core returns may result in damaged or missing cores.
A. The exchange value of the returned core will be determined by the physical
condition of the core. There are three grades: Good, 1 part damaged and 2 parts
damaged. For a more detailed description of the core criteria, see the write ups by
core families on the following pages.
* Major parts for compressors include head, block, crankcase (case-block), crankshaft, front
and rear end covers, fl ange adapters, bottom covers where applicable, cooling fi ns, governor
mounting pad, connecting rod and cylinder head.
* Major parts for valves include basic body, covers, fl anges, threads on connecting ports and
pistons.
* Major parts for air dryers include cartridge, end cover, canister and fl anges.
* Major parts for air dryer end covers include basic body and purge valve assembly, end cover
and broken bolts, if fl ush or below the body.
* Major parts for fan clutches include pulley, bracket, shaft mounting fl ange, covers and
pressure plates.
* Any cores which have been welded, braised or show excessive wear will be considered
damaged.
B. Upgrade/changeover and competitive cores returned are subject to the core
allowance stated in Core Value Tables. (See Policy section for details).
C. Returned cores that have been exposed to fire, flood or high temperature will have
no core allowance.
D. Cores “torched” off an engine or dash will not be accepted for core allowance.
See additional details and photos that follow.
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November 2009