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  1. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    Pressure (PSI) is an indication of resistance, not flow. Have you had a multifuel open before? There's two oil filters, huge pick ups (two), also they run 30psi at idle. Hot and at speed is typically 60psi. Also there's oil squirters for the pistons. I'd have to say these are not low volume...
  2. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    I gave them all the measurements (all specs), but apparently that's not enough. They want a detailed drawing as well. If someone has a spare bolt laying around, that'd probably be easier.
  3. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    Thanks for the bump to the thread, that reminds me, I need to ping ARP to see if they've came up with anything...
  4. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    ARP rod bolts range in price from $50-150 a set. The oil pan gasket is ~$25. So it might work out to be less than $200 for a bolt upgrade. I've been researching all the rod failures and I've only seen the cap separating from the rod. It probably would be worthwhile to upgrade the main bolts...
  5. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    I sent an email to ARP to see if they had any or could make them. Might be cheap insurance...
  6. patracy

    Why 2650rpm max?

    Really? My little 1.6 VW turbo diesel spins up to 5500rpm. (80's tech) My dodge currently revs to 3250, but will hit 4k shortly... The wife's 2.8 VM diesel in her liberty revs to 4K something. Heck even my yanmar 1cyl diesel is setup to rev to 3600rpm continuous. That said, has anyone...
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