LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Crank Recommendations

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 4, 2010 | 04:40 AM
  #21  
WhiteHot's Avatar
Thread Starter
Staging Lane
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: New Ulm, MN
Default

I don't think I need the rod bolts for the stock rods, the Eagles have their own. If I could, I would throw them up on here for a few more bucks.
Reply
Old May 4, 2010 | 07:15 AM
  #22  
suicidal racing's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,074
Likes: 8
From: Mass
Default

Are you putting eagle rods in the motor? what kind of pistons are you usings? how much juice you planing for..

if your only going for 200 shot i would do main studs and line bore,block bore,balanced rotating assembly,crank turned or pick up a used crank off here..i seen one for 80$ the other day i think..<- factor in just these things an your around 800$ in work then another 350$ for rings,bearings an gaskets..

if you keep the stock rods i would DEF put arp 190,000 psi bolts in them at the very least...thats what i had in my 35yr old junk motor i talked about on the first page.


Are you planing on new pan,cam,lifters and other such things..is the 1500$ for just the short block?

Last edited by suicidal racing; May 4, 2010 at 07:27 AM.
Reply
Old May 4, 2010 | 07:26 AM
  #23  
WhiteHot's Avatar
Thread Starter
Staging Lane
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: New Ulm, MN
Default

I'm using Eagle H beams though. Or do those need upgraded bolts too? I thought they had ARPs in em to begin with.

It doesn't take much to throw this little thing into the 11s, it almost did that with a stock cam only motor and some spray. Definitely had the trap speeds to do it, just need more tire.
Reply
Old May 4, 2010 | 03:13 PM
  #24  
suicidal racing's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,074
Likes: 8
From: Mass
Default

no eagles come with there own bolts and if you got eagles then yeah sale the bolts
Reply
Old May 4, 2010 | 04:03 PM
  #25  
WhiteHot's Avatar
Thread Starter
Staging Lane
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: New Ulm, MN
Default



Those are what I have, the pistons are .030 over Manleys, I don't know the compression off the top of my head. I've got new Mahle rings for the pistons. I'm gonna replace the lifters since mine are full of metal shavings from the mains. Basically what I need to get yet with the budget is main bolts, head bolts, lifters, push rods(I had a couple broken ones) bearings, gaskets, machine work, throwout bearing, I think that's it. I'm actually pretty on par now that I crossed off the splayed mains and am using stock crank. Thats the kind of help I was looking for. Thanks.
Reply
Old May 4, 2010 | 06:05 PM
  #26  
Wicked94Z's Avatar
10 Second Club
iTrader: (26)
 
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 3,725
Likes: 1
From: Spokane, Wa
Default

ive got new crane stock replacement lifters fs if you're interested... 150 shipped
Reply
Old May 5, 2010 | 06:53 PM
  #27  
hineyspanker's Avatar
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by WhiteHot


Those are what I have, the pistons are .030 over Manleys, I don't know the compression off the top of my head. I've got new Mahle rings for the pistons. I'm gonna replace the lifters since mine are full of metal shavings from the mains. Basically what I need to get yet with the budget is main bolts, head bolts, lifters, push rods(I had a couple broken ones) bearings, gaskets, machine work, throwout bearing, I think that's it. I'm actually pretty on par now that I crossed off the splayed mains and am using stock crank. Thats the kind of help I was looking for. Thanks.
Is it me, or does it look like someone sanded a cross hatch pattern on the skirt of the piston?
Reply
Old May 5, 2010 | 09:42 PM
  #28  
brucer's Avatar
TECH Enthusiast
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 529
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by hineyspanker
Is it me, or does it look like someone sanded a cross hatch pattern on the skirt of the piston?
i noticed that also.. things that make you go hmm!
Reply
LS1 Tech Stories

The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time

story-0

6 Gifts Neither Your Dad Nor Grad Will Shove Into the 'Trinket Drawer'

 Brett Foote
story-1

Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-2

Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-8

Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

 
story-9

Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

 Verdad Gallardo
Old May 5, 2010 | 10:45 PM
  #29  
WhiteHot's Avatar
Thread Starter
Staging Lane
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: New Ulm, MN
Default

Hmmm, I'll have to check that out when I'm at home again. They are lightly used.
Reply
Old May 6, 2010 | 03:42 AM
  #30  
hineyspanker's Avatar
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
Default

I would check the piston to cylinder wall clearance just to be certain. I think its a forged piston, therefore you're probably ok if the clearance is a little loose. Manley makes a good piston.
Reply
Old May 9, 2010 | 03:59 PM
  #31  
WhiteHot's Avatar
Thread Starter
Staging Lane
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: New Ulm, MN
Default

Originally Posted by Wicked94Z
ive got new crane stock replacement lifters fs if you're interested... 150 shipped
Pm sent.
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:47 PM.

story-0
6 Gifts Neither Your Dad Nor Grad Will Shove Into the 'Trinket Drawer'

Don't get dad new socks or a grill brush this year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-04 18:13:20


VIEW MORE
story-1
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

Slideshow: We take a close look at the ONE and Artidiag 800BT2 diagnostic tools from Topdon and the reasons to buy one over the other.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 11:05:11


VIEW MORE
story-2
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

Slideshow: The controversial Ferrari F6 swaps its original flat-12 for a Corvette Z06-derived LT4 V8 and sends power to four rear wheels through a custom-built drivetrain.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 18:23:54


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

Slideshow:These GM engines didn't just make huge power, they survived abuse, boost, track days, and six-digit mileage with a reputation for refusing to quit.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-21 16:45:27


VIEW MORE
story-4
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-6
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-9
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE