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Old 07-31-2002, 01:13 PM
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The crankshaft is only one piece of the equation. Being able to keep the main caps from walking is even more important. The mass of the con rod and piston assembly determines how much work the crank is trying to do. The material used to make the con rods matters as well. Aluminum softens the blow, but doesn't last. The different grades of steel have their own properties as well. etc
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