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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 02:09 PM
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Has anyone installed just forged rods and pistons into a 5.3. If so did they put in just rod bearings? Does anyone sell forged rods and pistons that will fit without machining? How hard is assembly?
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 06:46 PM
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The rotating assembly really should be balanced.
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Old Apr 19, 2009 | 08:41 PM
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bore it out to 3.905 and you can use ls1 pistons.
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 08:31 AM
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Speed pro is popping out 5.3 forged slugs fwiw.
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