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Old 12-10-2008, 12:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr. P-Body View Post
ironhead,


The "weak link" in a stock engine is the connecting rod. They gotta go! Rod bearing "speed" is another area that can use some attention. IMO, the only real drawback to the larger main journal, aside from the weaker block (NOT insignificant), is the added heat it puts "in" the oil. I would think that's only a big issue when high RPM is used for extended periods.


Jim
Has anybody had any success cutting down the rod journal on these cranks? What would be the benefits if any?

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