08-11-2017, 09:05 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Bethesda,
MD
Cobra Make, Engine: CSX 6022, navy blue, period correct 427 SO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by D-CEL
My bad, I was thinking 460 power, not FE power.
A cast crank will be plenty........
However....
Given the total cost of a rebuild, the personal labor and effort involved. the loss of use of the car for what may be an entire driving season depending on where you live. The added cost vs. the piece of mind the forging brings..
Because of my business I come with a different perspective. I see daily that Castings do not compete with Forgings.......ever.
For me, A few extra hundred dollar bills is money well spent if the car is driven like the race car it is.
Jason
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I sort of feel the same way (even if it's not justified).
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