Conrod Question
 

Hi,

Can anybody here tell when is the time to replace the engine conrod? I'm planning to replace my piston and sleeves and I'm not sure if I should replace my conrod.

Thanks in advance.

If you are replacing your piston/sleeve, then it's logical to replace the Connecting Rod at the same time. Rods are replaced as a preventive and maintenance, meaning you should replace it before it breaks.

Are there measurement guidelines for replacing a connecting rod? For example, if it visually looks to be in good condition (no cracks or stress marks), are there specific measurements to help determine its replacement. Is there a guideline on measuring the bearing diameter and roundness to the crankshaft pin and piston pin?

Thanks.

Some answers to your questions are posted here:
http://www.rctech.net/forum/showthread.php?t=148184

Rainer,

Thanks for the link. :nod: That had the info I was looking for.

- Tom

Very go info Hawaii, when are you going to wright a book on all this info you have, you could make some bucks.. :nod:

What can we say rmdhawaii and afm are the online rctech rc resources.
:nod: ;) :)
Ask questions and they bound to have a answer for us :)

thank you for the comments.