Guys:
Just for grins, take a look at cunninghamrods.com on the web. They appear to build some VERY nice forged I-beam rods that range from 4.7" to 7.25" centers for just about any application (note that they specifically include six cylinders and I'm assuming they mean inlines as well as Vs). They also make note of "cam clearance" problems and offer various offset big ends as one means to deal with that. I'm guessing that they've made a set or two of Chevy inline six rods before so big and small end bore sizes should be doable along with the appropriate rod widths for proper side clearance. Apparently, if they don't "stock" the rod you need, they will custom machine a set from one of their blank forgings. Of course, like all such well crafted parts, I'm guessing their pricing is not for the faint of heart.
Russ
PS: CNC Dude ... I understand you are now in the roller cam business! Outstanding and the best of luck with that venture.
Last edited by russk; 09/18/09 08:26 PM. Reason: obvious spelling error
