Fox351

I was looking on the summit website and I found myself wondering if the H-Beam rods are worth the price for them? I am building a 351 with the output of about 600 hp and I wanted to hear your guys opinions on what type I should get. I am thinking H-Beam due to the increase in strength but I am torn due to the quick rev capabilities of the I-Beam. Opinions welcome.


~Fox351

jwog666

i would go with h beam for the strength, i beams wont put up with 600 hp for long. just make sure that the entire rotating assembly is balanced at a good machine shop.

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woodsy

wrong, 600 is nothing for a good I beam, take the I beam. Make sure it has atleast an 8740 arp capscrew and think about moving to an arp2000 or L-19 capscrew

Fox351

Thanks guys....I appreciate the input.

thunderjet429

h beam????... no way they are to heavy, i've got i beams they will handle 600 hp no problem... just don't get those cheap ones like eagle puts in thier kits, i have RPM maxx pro's, check them out rpmmaxx.com

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92civy

I say get a lightweight forged I-Beam rod. I have a 4340 Lightweight I-Beam and it will be plenty strong for my 408w!!!!

thunderjet429

+1 that's what i have 4340 i beam

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408w, victorjr intake,ported dartpro1 195cc heads"with 2.08 intake valves benched at 300 cfm", comp mech roller cam , probe shaft rockers, probe street fighter crank, RPM maxx forged I beams,mahle forged flat tops, 12.5:1 comp,830 holley, dui dizzy