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Kyle
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From: Sumner, WA
Registered: Dec 2001

posted 04-01-2004 06:19 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Kyle   Click Here to Email Kyle     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I am thinking about getting some replacement connecting rods for my 393W project. I have a set of 302 DSS Pro F/T pistons, but they are press-fit only. So, I need a set of rods, stock length, press-fit, that can handle 550-600hp, 6500rpm max.

I looked at Eagle SIR, but they say they are rated up to 500hp. Now, from all the research i've done, stock rods w/ ARP bolts will handle 500hp, so why bother upgrading to SIRs?

Finding a stock-length rod isn't a problem, it's finding one thats good and strong, and isn't bushed (and is under $400)!

Suggestions?

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steve'66
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From: Sonoma,CA,USA
Registered: Mar 2000

posted 04-01-2004 09:28 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for steve'66   Click Here to Email steve'66     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Kyle,

Why do you want press fitted pins? I'd be willing to bet the Eagle rods are better than stockers regardless of the rating.

We run the Eagle H-beam rods, but they are bushed.

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Mpcoluv
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From: Charlotte NC usa
Registered: Apr 2001

posted 04-02-2004 07:37 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Mpcoluv   Click Here to Email Mpcoluv     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I'm pretty sure SCAT or someone else makes a pressfit rod.
All of the top quality rods (crower, carillo, Oliver) are going to be bushed for floating pins however.

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