LS1 Specs

[Joe Boucher]

Andrew F. Gunnesch wrote:
> 
> Thanks...  I just found out yesterday that the LS1 PM rods are .400"
> longer than the old SBC rods.
> 
> The article that I read indicated that the LT4 used PM rods.  Can
> anyone verify this fact?
> 


Yes, they do.  As a M.E. the powered metal rods fascinated me.  The hole
for the crank is machined then the cap is broken off, not cut.  

How do you precisely break something?  This would also mean that you
won't have to worry about your rods stretching from an over-rev.

Joe Boucher
'70 RS/SS Camaro  '81 TBI Suburban