|
Author
|
Topic: Engine reinforcement, how much is too much ?
|
Pierre
Gearhead Posts: 394
From: Near Paris, France
Registered: Apr 2002
|
posted 12-17-2002 06:33 AM
   
For a SB in the 300-350hp range (at the flywheel)& that will often see 5-6000 RPM (occasionnally 6500)in a street application: how much structural reinforcement is really necessary ?I am refering to Main cap stud girdle, rocker stud girdle, all around ARP hardware stuff...... any particulary weak area that I should focus on (ie: rod bolts) I just don't want to go overboard again 
IP: Logged |
SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 34763
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
|
posted 12-17-2002 08:17 AM
Just a good set of rod bolts will be fine for that application.------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150 Be sure to remember our sponsors, Mustangs Plus, NPD, and Osborn Reproductions.
IP: Logged |
Mpcoluv
Gearhead Posts: 1004
From: Charlotte NC usa
Registered: Apr 2001
|
posted 12-17-2002 08:19 AM
I would just make sure you have good rod bolts, and make sure all the clearences are good.
You have Edelbrock heads right? Your studs should be fine.
I wouldn't run a stud girdle on the heads or the main bearing caps.
In fact the guy who builds the crate motors for RDI (Raceparts Distribution, a major Ford motorsports distributor) says the main bearing girdle cause more problems than they fix.
IP: Logged |
V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3603
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
|
posted 12-17-2002 08:39 AM
I agree with you guys. GOOD rod bolts are an absolute must, ARP main & head bolts if it'd make you feel better (probably not necessary, but inexpensive insurance), and run her hard  Mexican block, correct? Oh yea baby, that's a strong piece 
Like stated above, your Edelbrock heads probably have 7/16" studs... plenty strong enough  ------------------
1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/V8Thumper.html
IP: Logged |
Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 19964
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
|
posted 12-17-2002 09:01 AM
I have not found a main stud girdle that I would use. ------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
MCA member# 53321
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA National Record Holder '00, '01, & '02
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28
Professional Manwhore
The Barry of BarrysGrrl Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
www.moneymakerracing.com
IP: Logged |
stang106
Gearhead Posts: 738
From: God's Country!... Port Alberni B.C. Canada
Registered: Jul 2001
|
posted 12-17-2002 11:10 AM
I use ARP main cap studs to use all the available threads in the block. An align-hone, deburred and radiused stock cast crank and a good balance job and my motor sings up to 7K.
Dave
IP: Logged |
Pierre
Gearhead Posts: 394
From: Near Paris, France
Registered: Apr 2002
|
posted 12-17-2002 11:19 AM
Thanks again to all of you. I am now confident about my decisions
IP: Logged |
Mustangsandmore Forums
UBBFriend: Email This Page to Someone! 
