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Old Jan 9, 2004 | 11:50 PM
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what piston rods combos are you 408 guys running?
I am debating on Lunati or Eagle rods and Diamond pistons. I want to run around 11:1 compression on my 317 heads at 71.06cc's and cam is going to be .587 lift Any info part #'s would be great. Also, how much of a difference between Eagle crank/rods and Lunati? Do I need to pay that much more for Lunati if I am not going boost or spray?
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Definately go with the diamond pistons, you wont be disappointed. I'm personally running Manley rods in my current 408 stroker, but my next motor (boosted) will be running Eagle Rods. If you are not going to boost or spray for sure in the future, the Eagle Rods will be plenty for what you are doing.

If you are looking for a set of rods, PM me, I got a set of 6.125" Eagle rods.
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Old Jan 10, 2004 | 12:40 AM
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what piston rods combos are you 408 guys running?
I am debating on Lunati or Eagle rods and Diamond pistons. I want to run around 11:1 compression on my 317 heads at 71.06cc's and cam is going to be .587 lift Any info part #'s would be great. Also, how much of a difference between Eagle crank/rods and Lunati? Do I need to pay that much more for Lunati if I am not going boost or spray?
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i gotta set of lunati pro mod connecting rods and a set of diamond pistons plus a complete set of rings for all 8 pistons...the rods and pistons are already connected and rods come with arp bolts...pm me...we can work sumin out.
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Old Jan 10, 2004 | 05:54 PM
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Go with the lunati rods...they sell for $499 compared to eagles that are close to that price.

the lunati pro mods are rated @ 850 hp
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where can I get them at $499? They are $699 on TR's website.
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no sh@t where can i get a set of those Lunati rods for 499..
I bought a Eagle Crank but i will be using Lunati Rods even with the Price, you can't beat Lunati Rods..
TELL ME WHERE TO GET THESE FOR 499!!!!!!!
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Old Jan 10, 2004 | 08:11 PM
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man this GN i just picked up is begging for parts. This is going to be hard to decide which car to do
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