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Old Jun 29, 2008 | 07:40 PM
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i have a 99 ls1 it had 90 k on it..... before i spun a rod bearing. i had to have the crank weld and refinish... i bought new main bearing,,rod bearing and arp rod bolts.. so should i worry about this happen again??????
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 11:04 AM
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If the job was done correct I don't see why it would happen again. Mine is currently getting the same thing done to it.
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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You're going to need to find out what made that rod bearing spin such as lack of oil. Otherwise, yeah, I'd worry about it happening again.
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 01:00 PM
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i agree with both posts up.

but still nothing to be afraid of #1 make some good inspection #2 try ur best to get the job done correctly.....

plus u can find things to help u www.ls1howto.com
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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I would replace that rod.....
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