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Old 09-23-2006, 02:25 AM
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Default how strong are stock rods in a 6.0 motor

im think of building a 370, and was wondering how strong the rods are in
a 6.0 motor. was goign ot do arp rod bolts and forged pistions, how much
power or n2o hit whould you think the rods whould hold?
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i cant say for sure, but the stock rods are powdered metal. they are very strong. the LQ9s used a heavy duty rod that is supposed to be stronger
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back ot the top i know some of you guys gotta know this
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This may help you!

http://www.automotiverebuilder.com/ar/eb040538.htm

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According to "How to Build High-Performance Chevy LS1/LS6 V-8's" by Will Handzel, 2004, Cartech Auto Books and Manuals ---"The car and truck powdered-metal rods can handle over 500 hp with little more than the addition of aftermarket rod bolts."

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thanks man, any one else got any idea?




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