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Dec 20, 2010 | 10:05 AM

Bonestock98GS

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Rod weight differences

I have 3 rods that weigh around 530grams and 1 thats weighs 555 grams. Is that too far a gap? should I scrap the rod? My setup is LS crank Gsr Bottom end. B16 Head. ARP headstuds. 81.5mm bore. let me know what you guys think

Dec 20, 2010 | 11:13 AM

K7-1Ktrevor

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Re: Rod weight differences

why not have the rod balanced? im sure a decent machine shop could take off 25 grams safely.

Dec 20, 2010 | 12:41 PM

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Re: Rod weight differences

^^^ X2

Have them all balanced by a local machine shop that you trust and you'll be good to go.

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