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Performance / Re: Connecting rod bearing clearance

« Last post by dieselman123 on Today at 07:50:09 AM »

So you would consider. 0025 to be loose?? Without the .0001 bearing im getting .0015 which i feel is too tight. Do not want to run the vr1 20w50 like everyone is saying because i feel it is way too thick. Which is why i chose 15w40 but been going back and forward between rotella 15w40 an driven 10w40

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Performance / Re: Connecting rod bearing clearance

« Last post by VileZambonie on Today at 07:11:50 AM »

Sounds like someone give you bad advice. I bet if you were to call Eagle and tell them your plan they would write your name down to void your warranty. Why do you want to build a loose tolerance around a multi-viscosity oil?  .001" is bullseye

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General Discussion / Re: What did he just say?

« Last post by macr0w on Today at 06:55:55 AM »

My local Mazda dealership wanted $650.00 to cut and program 2 keys for my wife's Mazda 5.
Needless to say we found other options. 

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Performance / Connecting rod bearing clearance

« Last post by dieselman123 on May 18, 2024, 11:28:56 AM »

Im building a 383 with a eagle 383 stroker kit. Im getting .002 on the connecting rod bearing using plastic gauge but want to have .0025 to .003 to be able to run 15w40. This measurement is with the king bearing with the extra .0001 clearance using the upper and lower bearing.What can be done to achieve the extra clearance or am i ok to run 15w40 rotella diesel oil with .002. Could i mix undersized bearings maybe. Please help

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Shifty on May 14, 2024, 02:40:10 PM »

Hey Shifty, I've considered that but I like the larger capacity dual tank set up. I'll be using it for some hauling so the extra fuel will be nice to have.

Gotcha!  Still, even if you're going to get 8mpg, that's still over 200 miles...

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Patman on May 14, 2024, 02:25:53 PM »

Mr. Diesel, Im leaning towards option 1. Found a company that makes after market tanks with sending/pump units that are pre plumbed for return lines. Makes for a clean install for sure. Its a little pricy so I was looking for a reasonable plan b. Still, I dont mind spending the extra $ for ease of installation.

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Patman on May 14, 2024, 02:22:20 PM »

Hey Shifty, I've considered that but I like the larger capacity dual tank set up. I'll be using it for some hauling so the extra fuel will be nice to have.

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Mr Diesel on May 14, 2024, 12:41:58 PM »

Options:

#1. Install a TBI in-tank fuel sender unit and pump, or any aftermarket in-tank pump setup. Make sure the pump meets your Atomic psi requirements. You might need a fuel return line too. Check install instructions.

#2. Leave your carb in-tank fuel sender units and put mechanical pump on the block. Then install a fuel sump and use the mechanical pump to move fuel from tanks to sump where it is then pressurized by electrical pump to TBI unit. Might still need return line, check Atomic.

Some guys go with a higher pressure in-line pump not in the fuel tank or sump, but I don't recommend those because they are notoriously loud and prone to frequent failure.

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Shifty on May 14, 2024, 12:26:03 PM »

If I were to do the tank set-up, I'd be converting to the big, rear-mount single tank.  Everything would be clean and new then.  Just me though...

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / EFI conversion fuel delivery?

« Last post by Patman on May 14, 2024, 11:08:01 AM »

85 K10 383 Vortec Stroker - Converting to Atomic EFI  - Fuel delivery questions:

I in unfamiliar territory here. I've eliminated my mechanical fuel pump and am trying to determine the best way to get fuel delivered. The options I'm aware of are:

1. Keep my original tanks but add an in-tank fuel pump that goes to a sump that then goes to the fuel rail/tbi unit


2. Get new tanks/pumps that are designed for EFI conversions

what other options are out there? im sure im missing something. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!