Off: limits for PM rods....

[Glen Beard]

Shannen Durphey wrote:
> 
> Sorry for the way off topic post.  Does anyone have info for or
> experience with these rods?  I'm looking for a "speed limit", so to
> speak.  I've seen mention that 450-500 hp is about the limit

I have my stock powdered metal rods up to around 525rwhp, spinning to
6200 RPM.  Most of these rods can take up to around 6200-6300 RPM
without a problem.  The forces exerted on the rod (inertia) go up
exponentially with RPM.  Of course, it only takes one bad one to ruin
your day...

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Glen Beard  95 T/A conv M6
355, Vortech, heads, cam...
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