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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 08:31 PM
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Hey soft 02, my rod bushings look the same as yours? I don't see a difference


Old bad one.



New H beam compatition rods.


 
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Problem is with the tappered rod is they are not as easily servicable. Did DH replace your rod wrist pin bushing? My rods were junk so I upgraded them.

 
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 09:21 PM
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No, DH left my bushings alone, just replaced the rod roller bearings when installing the Pro
Plug. Can't tell for sure, but those H beam look like they have bushings too?

I think I have a little rod envy

 
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 09:26 PM
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Yours aren't spun!
 
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Originally Posted by alansummrs
No, DH left my bushings alone, just replaced the rod roller bearings when installing the Pro
Plug. Can't tell for sure, but those H beam look like they have bushings too?

I think I have a little rod envy

Cool. It is the 2010+ that do not have the wrist pin bushing but there are exceptions.

 
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 09:34 PM
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Yours aren't spun!
Hoping that statement stays true
 
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Originally Posted by alansummrs
No, DH left my bushings alone, just replaced the rod roller bearings when installing the Pro
Plug. Can't tell for sure, but those H beam look like they have bushings too?

I think I have a little rod envy

They do have bushings but are not **** to turning. With heat and wear the tappered ones can turn. Not trying to scare you or anything. If you read the pic the ones with bushings are not forged but rather plain steel.
 
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Originally Posted by alansummrs
Hoping that statement stays true
You'll be fine, the odds are in your favor. The failures are a small percentage, just like any other part if you think about it!
 
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No, DH left my bushings alone, just replaced the rod roller bearings when installing the Pro
Plug. Can't tell for sure, but those H beam look like they have bushings too?

I think I have a little rod envy

Alan, the main thing that makes the stock connecting rod pin bushing a weak spot is the fact that the rod is tapered to the top. The taper reduces the amount of material for the bushing to press into or hold onto if you will.
 
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