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Determining Piston Compression Height

With this formula, you can determine the compression height of your pistons. a = Block Length (centerline of crankshaft to deck surface) b = Stroke of Engine c = Rod Length d = Deck Clearance Formula: a - (b / 2 + c) - d Example: 9.025 - (3.50 / 2 + 6.00) - .025 = 1.250... (more)

Last Edited Nov 22nd, 2007 08:26 am

Determining Required Piston Dome Volume

This formula will give you the dome volume, in CCs, needed to reach your target compression ratio. a = Head Chamber Volume (cc) b = Gasket Volume (cc) c = Deck to Piston Volume (cc) d = Cylinder Displacement e = Target Compression Ratio Formula: (a + b + c - (d / (e - 1.00))) x -1 Example:... (more)

Last Edited Nov 4th, 2007 12:57 pm

Lunati 4340 Crankshaft Features

Lunati's big block and small block Chevy crankshafts are forged from the finest 4340 aircraft quality certified steel. The 4340 alloy steel meets aircraft cleanliness and purity standards. Our exclusive non-twist design allows for continuous granular flow, producing a crankshaft with a... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 02:34 pm

Scat Rod Torque Specs

Scat Rod Torque Specs IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DESCRIPTION MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TORQUE 5/16" x 1.500" ARP 2000 cap screw 26 ft./lb w/ARP moly 3/8" x 1.600" ARP 8740 cap screw 45 ft./lb w/ARP moly 3/8" x 1.600" ARP... (more)

Last Edited Feb 4th, 2010 10:08 pm

5 Ways To Break The Nose Of A Crankshaft

In recent months we have had numerous questions and issues raised about the nose of the crank and what can cause it to break. What we have found is that in most cases the crankshaft gets the blame for such failures. But in fact, it is the parts that are being used in conjunction with the crank,... (more)

Last Edited Mar 13th, 2010 06:57 am