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Old 10-25-2008, 08:56 AM
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I have a LQ4 block and crank which were supposed to be used together with Mahle dished pistons and Eagle H-beam rods.

Pistons weigh same as originals (435g) but the h-beam rods are 28 grams heavier than originals (640g vs. 612g). Does this lead to expensive heavy metal balancing job?
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If the bob weight changes (piston/rod/pin/rings), you need to re-balance the crank.
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Yes, of course it needs to be re-balanced, but question is, doesyhe stock crank need heavy metal inserts or not?

Please, you that have stock crank and heavier than stock rods, tell me about your balancing experiences!




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