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Old 06-07-2006, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by DavidNJ
Why would traction affect the crank? Do cranks break on launch? With drag slicks, it should be possible to get quite a bit of traction.
Cranks can and do break on launch. Big slicks and a big launch in a high HP motor put incredible torque strains on the block. High torque strain has a twisting effect starting from the rear axel right thru to the block. That's a good reason to have splayed 4 bolt mains and/or a stud girdle.
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