What do you think about this Crank?
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What do you think about this Crank? Im getting ready to start a build for an OBS truck with an LY6 block. Im wanting to use an F-body harness and computer, and basically run it as a Gen III set up. I know I need the 24X reluctor wheel and I do know about the Lingenfelter converter box but Id rather just use an older style crank. Have any of you had any experience with remanufactured crankshafts? This one comes with matching main and rod bearings. Also, since Im starting from basically a bare block I'd like to use ARP rod bolts. I know its recommended to use the .002 oversized Clevite 1776-P rod bearings if you resize the big ends. What rod bearings should I use if my rod ends were resized? The crank is supposed to be reground and polished so Im sure that the clevite bearing wouldn't work. If anyone has any advice I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
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FWIW I have installed many sets of ARP rod bolts without resizing the rod ends...all had correct clearances...If you were really worried about it, Katech sells a set of rod bolts that do not recommend resizing of the rod ends....
Check your clearances...most of the oem bearings/crank I put together are in the .016-.018 rod bearing clearances...A buddy of mine had a motor setup at .002 and oil pressure was a tad on the low side, never had an issue, just had to end up running thicker oil to get it back up...If you want to run .002 clearances make sure to get a high volume/pressure oil pump, or port and shim yours accordingly, 3.2mm shim maybe?
Check your clearances...most of the oem bearings/crank I put together are in the .016-.018 rod bearing clearances...A buddy of mine had a motor setup at .002 and oil pressure was a tad on the low side, never had an issue, just had to end up running thicker oil to get it back up...If you want to run .002 clearances make sure to get a high volume/pressure oil pump, or port and shim yours accordingly, 3.2mm shim maybe?
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Yea I've had several buddies install the ARP's with no problems too. It just seems like its playing with fire when it comes to using them, I just hope I'd be as lucky as them and have no problems. I've heard a lot about the Katech's through researching on here though.
I bought a near complete used Gen III 5.3 a while back to use for parts for my swap and I thought about using the crank from it. The oil has been drained but the pan is still on. Im sure it needs some cleaning/degreasing but Ive considered having it checked out and using it instead. That way I wouldnt have too worry about using any oversized bearings. Thanks for your reply!
I bought a near complete used Gen III 5.3 a while back to use for parts for my swap and I thought about using the crank from it. The oil has been drained but the pan is still on. Im sure it needs some cleaning/degreasing but Ive considered having it checked out and using it instead. That way I wouldnt have too worry about using any oversized bearings. Thanks for your reply!
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Yep, I will use an LS2 timing cover, sprocket and sensor. The converter box can be wired in and allow you to use a 58X reluctor wheel crank from a Gen IV with an F-Body style wiring harness and computer. The reason Im not using the Gen IV style computer is because the the drive by wire setup is a little more complicated than the cable, plus I'd have to mount the pedal and all. I can get an older style computer and stand alone harness for a pretty good price as well. From what I've seen most people drill and tap the sides of the block and mount the knock sensors there. An OBS truck is an old body style 88-98 Silverado/Sierra which came with the old SBC 350... Before all the new LS style motors.
Thanks 87silverbullet, thats what I needed to know!
Thanks 87silverbullet, thats what I needed to know!
