Mixing bearings for clearance

Jeff Lee · 03-18-2010, 11:04 PM

Getting another rod of better quality should not take long with NHRA. I've done it in less than two weeks. Eagle and Scat are not high on my list for quality parts. Try getting a Manley, Crower or Oliver. You don't have to run a specific bolt either. There are much better bolts out there than ARP 2000's which is what I assume you have. Go for a bolt with a much higher tinsel strength which requires greater torque to stretch the same amount.
I feel this is so important that missing some races is worth it. Blow up another engine and you'll want to have a bon-fire! Just get on the phone Monday morning and get it done.

03-18-2010, 11:04 PM	#10
Jeff Lee VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Anthem, Arizona Posts: 2,766 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Mixing bearings for clearance Getting another rod of better quality should not take long with NHRA. I've done it in less than two weeks. Eagle and Scat are not high on my list for quality parts. Try getting a Manley, Crower or Oliver. You don't have to run a specific bolt either. There are much better bolts out there than ARP 2000's which is what I assume you have. Go for a bolt with a much higher tinsel strength which requires greater torque to stretch the same amount. I feel this is so important that missing some races is worth it. Blow up another engine and you'll want to have a bon-fire! Just get on the phone Monday morning and get it done. __________________ Jeff Lee 7494 D/S '70 AMX