mix match rods?
03-06-2013, 11:49 AM
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mix match rods? might be a dumb question ,but does it matter if rods are not "all" from the same crank/block?(5.7 ls1).
say i have 7 matching ,and need 1 more rod ,can i just slap on new bearings and let-er-eat?
or do i need them machined ?
say i have 7 matching ,and need 1 more rod ,can i just slap on new bearings and let-er-eat?
or do i need them machined ?
03-06-2013, 12:03 PM
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The textbook answer is to check it out to spec and make sure its not out of round and re-size if required. I would def not just pull it from motor A and install it in motor B. You also have a balance issue on your hands.
03-06-2013, 10:10 PM
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Find a rod that matches the others weight wise and check it out. Depends on what your intentions are for the motor to determine if you should go for rebalance. I would always recommend balancing though since it will just make everything run so much smoother!