Engine balacing
Mar 21, 2006 | 02:47 PM
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Burning Brakes
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Engine balacing
Currently rebuilding my 85 and was wondering when is it necessary to balace the rotating assembly?
Mar 21, 2006 | 02:51 PM
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If you are simply honing and reringing, no. If you are doing it the right way, yes.
Mar 21, 2006 | 02:54 PM
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Burning Brakes
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cranks being cut and blocks being bored 30 over
Mar 21, 2006 | 03:10 PM
Melting Slicks
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Have it balanced....you won't reget it.
Mar 21, 2006 | 03:10 PM
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Then yes. Boring the block means different weight pistons. Balance everything for long life.
Mar 21, 2006 | 03:10 PM
Pro
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do it right the first time
regards
Mar 21, 2006 | 03:25 PM
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Burning Brakes
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Thanks guys, I'll get it balanced
Mar 21, 2006 | 04:02 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nutz4c4
Have it balanced....you won't reget it.
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Mar 21, 2006 | 06:22 PM
Racer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nutz4c4
Have it balanced....you won't reget it.
I had mine balanced...I don't regret it.
With new 1st over pistons, re-ground crank, re-sized rods, ARP rod bolts, I thought it wise to be safe, not sorry...and now I am glad I had it all balanced.
It is a small price to pay for peace of mind and a smooth running engine..IMO
Mar 21, 2006 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by js292
Currently rebuilding my 85 and was wondering when is it necessary to balace the rotating assembly?
If your changing bearings and ring types manufacturer, all this is included in a GOOD balance - so YES you need to have it rebalanced.
Would I even if I wasn't changing the above....YES
Mar 21, 2006 | 08:04 PM
Burning Brakes
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From: 1992 LT1 6 speed Cayman Islands
If you are going to push it at all, balancing is a must for longivity