small block HELP...keep spinning the same bearing

sdfletch · #1 (**permalink**) 11-04-2008, 07:45 AM

Since the 351w is externally balanced I wonder if it would be advantageous to number the piston/rods as they come out. Does anyone do this? I mean is it SOP? If the same piston/rod did not go back in the same location then you might look at the bore. Do you know what reconditioned means to the engine builder? Are these stock rods?

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JohnM · #2 (**permalink**) 11-04-2008, 07:51 AM

Yes the rods are stamped with a number and used in the same cylinder. I do think that is sop in regrds to the pistons etc. I do think the same rod and piston went into the same bore....thats why now new rods for sure

I am not sure what rod reconditioning mens....making sure it is "round" and uniform where it connects the crank etc??

John