SBE 5.3 with stock rod bolts
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SBE 5.3 with stock rod bolts
How many have a boosted SBE 5.3 with the factory rod connecting bolts? I've been hearing hit or miss things and want some opinions. 700hp max.
Last edited by LSLucas; 10-30-2015 at 08:06 PM.
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Power and torque have little effect on rod bolts. They see no load while the piston is being forced downward.
RPM and detonation kill them. In other words, keep the revs low and the tune in check.
RPM and detonation kill them. In other words, keep the revs low and the tune in check.
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A torque to angle gauge is super cheap. You can even rent them at auto parts stores for free. I just run factory torque TTA spec. The only OEM rod bolt failures I've ever seen were on NA cars spinning well over 7k. I've never seen or heard of a turbo LS with a failed rod bolt.... has anyone else?
#15
It said to replace boots in the manual. I didn't look for any TSB's though. Manual says on new install they can be tightened 3 times. However it says to replace if they are taken apart after being "used".
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