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Old 03-03-2009, 01:00 AM
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Originally Posted by NiTrO BoOsTeR
Hey, just got a quick question. I got a Novarossi 3SCT-Tuned and it has had about 2-3L through it, includes Break in and 2 race meets, and i was checking the rod for play and there still isnt any but should i change the rod, im asking this because i dont know if the break-in damages the rod or weakens it.

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Mitchell
I would just change it.
When you have play in the conrod, it's actually too late. The "wobbling" rod will wear out your crank pin quickly.
Also, the condition of a rod is not really visible by the fit of the lower journal.
The metal of the rod can be weakened and make it break.

I would rather change it and be on the safe side.
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