Thread: Build my Motor - Looking for a Super Duty recipe?
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Old 02-17-2015, 11:10 AM
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I'm pretty sure I've got a set of cast rods around here someplace - will put it on my to-do list to check.
I ran high 10's@6000rpms with cast rods, good bolts, Heavy pressed fit TRW aluminum pistons, factory crank, and a balanced rotating assembly. It can be done but for how long??? Everyone has different stories and opinions on it. I switched to some Scat H-beams and SRP pistons for insurance and slept a lot better at night.

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