Re-use connecting rods?
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Re-use connecting rods?
So I got around to splitting the block due to a forged bottom end piston failure.
I already knew that one of the cosworth pistons had shattered! Having inspected the other 3 pistons I have found fracture lines on all of the other ones
I'm currently running a standard bottom end(donor block Thanks to @johnlogie still running sweet!) but am wanting to build another forged block.
Question is: Would it be ok to re-use my steel(GG/cosworth) conrods,and is there any way to check if they're in usable condition? ie:checking for ovaling or cracks? Visually they look ok.
Cheers
Rich
I already knew that one of the cosworth pistons had shattered! Having inspected the other 3 pistons I have found fracture lines on all of the other ones
I'm currently running a standard bottom end(donor block Thanks to @johnlogie still running sweet!) but am wanting to build another forged block.
Question is: Would it be ok to re-use my steel(GG/cosworth) conrods,and is there any way to check if they're in usable condition? ie:checking for ovaling or cracks? Visually they look ok.
Cheers
Rich
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I have read a good few threads and info that says the cosworth pistons are poorly made(Some been made in China not sure if this is true?),with this info and the clear signs of detonation on the piston face,and where the fracture lines are then I've no reason to think it was Pin flex that caused the failure?
I guess a proper inspection would show how good the rods are?
Looks like as long as they've been properly inspected and are within tolerance then they are good to go back in to a build
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Thanks I will give them a thorough check before I think about using them.
Is it possible to reuse the arp bolts if I check them for stretch or is it a big NO?
I will start another thread regarding the crank and get a picture up,but is there a way to identify which crank I have?
Is it possible to reuse the arp bolts if I check them for stretch or is it a big NO?
I will start another thread regarding the crank and get a picture up,but is there a way to identify which crank I have?
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