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Old Oct 16, 2005 | 10:14 AM
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If you were building a budget short block, Would you use the stock crank, or an eagle crank? Wich one is stronger???
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Old Oct 16, 2005 | 10:35 AM
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Hey man i know there are several post on here about the stock crack being able to hold its own until 800 -1000 HP...do a search and u'll find alot of info...if ur wanting cheap, stick with the stocker...u'll have no problems...
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for a budget build 347 just use the stock crank, we recommend the stocker up to 800hp and stockers have been pushed even harder with no problems.
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isnt that strange for a stock crank to handle that much power?
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stock crank is fine.
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Use the stock crank. Spend your money on the rods.
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Stock crank is good for at least 800+ Many members here have proven that !
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cool. ill keep that in mind when i build my motor. Thanks!
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