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Lightened rods

jdoclogan

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I appreciate the input Bernd. It clarifies the rod weights (original vs Chevy).

It appears the Speedmaster rods below are the most exact match up and aligns with previous recommendations. While the spec sheet didn't give the weight of each rod it probably is in the known range of other similar rods (lighter than original). Cost is $414 for a set of six = $69 apiece. I will buy two sets that will give me three sets for Alpine engine builds. I appreciated when Dan (spmdr) had me lined up for a set off of Ebay a few months ago that would have worked. Alas, I was to busy on other projects to give it any dutiful reflection. I'll wait for any feedback before placing order.

The search continued this morning and this is what I found from Summit Racing:

Brand:
Speedmaster
Manufacturer's Part Number:
PCE274.1022
Part Type:
Connecting Rods
Product Line:
Procomp Electronics H-Beam Connecting Rods
Summit Racing Part Number:
SDM-PCE274-1022
UPC:
840136527404
Quantity:
Sold as a set of 6.
Connecting Rod Length Center to Center (in.):
5.700 in.
Connecting Rod Beam Style:
H-beam
Connecting Rod Material:
Forged 4340 steel
Connecting Rod Finish:
Shot-peened
Wrist Pin Style:
Floating
Rod Journal Diameter (in.):
2.000 in.
Big End Width (in.):
1.050 in.
Pin End Bore Diameter:
0.927 in.
Clearanced for Stroker:
Yes
Cap Retention Style:
Through-bolt
Connecting Rod Bolt Brand:
Procomp Electronics
Connecting Rod Bolt Diameter:
7/16 in.
Connecting Rod Bolt Material:
8740 chromoly steel
Fastener Tensile Strength (psi):
200,000 psi
Connecting Rod Bolt Head Style:
12-point
Advertised Horsepower Rating:
700 hp
Advertised RPM Rating:
7,500 rpm
Weight Matched Set:
Yes
Remanufactured:
No
Magnafluxed:
Yes

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sdm-pce274-1022/make/chevrolet#overview
 
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