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Old 07-28-2004, 10:32 PM   #13
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Originally posted by 88workcar
Have any of you tested the alum at the track? I saw the test in MM&FF and it was all for the alum. But what have you all seen for results? I was firm on getting one for the new stroker, and my engine builder talked me out of it. He said that he would be happy to take my money, but he would rather see me with the steel unit.
Did he say why? A lot of old-school types don't like aluminum in general....they claim it work-hardens, becomes brittle, then breaks. I believe that's true in some applications, but not all.
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