Looking at that GMC rod and handling it this morning along with the 292 and 8BA rods I was very impressed with its mass. I think if they were carefully cleaned up on the edges so that imperfections/flashing were removed, shot penned, and cryoed they would stand anything I would do to them. They already fit and clear block and cam. A lighter piston would lesson the stress. I need a 4.125" piston with a 3/32 greater compression height. Flat or domed depending on which head I use.
CNC, did you find any of my books in your stacks? They must be somewhere!
Ron, That Jag rod sounds interesting. All that grinding on the cam scares me, especially if it is still turning the oil pump and the distributer.
This is a great discussion. Thanks
