stock connecting rod question?

[Chevyguy]

Originally Posted by Ieatcamaros

I have rebuilt several motors and I have never resized a set of rods. I know exactly what you are talking about by the ends getting egg shaped, but they do not always do that. I have used stock rods, bolts, and nuts almost every time and never had any trouble. Not trying to pick a fight, just stating my experience.

However if you replace the rod bolts, they should be re-sized after pressing in the new bolts.

Also check the price on a new set of rods

http://www.cnc-motorsports.com/produ...193&CtgID=3182

I bet that may be close to the price you will pay for the new bolts, and the labor to install/resize the rods.