FBM 1000Hp Forged Connecting Rods

[3MI Racing]

sster, you'll never see me put a 'lightweight' pulley on the nose of one of my cranks. You're more likely to find a heavier replacement damper, sure

However, not having ripped into an FA yet, I know we didn't have much (any) meat with witch to add weight to EJ cranks but things have faired just fine that way. It's not ideal but to be having been in this game for a while, not many customers would be willing to pay for something that they'll get no noticeable gain from.

With that being said, I still always aim for the lightest internals to get the job done. Case and point, I have EJ rods as light as 490 grams in 300M and then I have a beefy 4340 VAR rod weighing 544 grams for general drag race flogging and numerous other rods tucked in between.

To further have fun on how much this isn't a big deal; an EJ18, EJ20 and EJ22 have the same crank but their rod and piston combos vary a good deal in weight...they left the factory that way.
Same can be said for the early EJ255/7 blocks and EJ251 (NA) cranks and internal masses.

As for the offset in the bores, I'm well aware of what it is but when they are 180* apart, the other half is still balanced out OR are you referring to the offset in piston accelerations throwing off balances?
I don't see how the offset plays any effect in the balance. They are still 180* countered by another cylinder, unlike a V....?

[Calum]

Originally Posted by 3MI Racing

sster, you'll never see me put a 'lightweight' pulley on the nose of one of my cranks. You're more likely to find a heavier replacement damper, sure

Do you think a lightweight pulley could cause detonation? Either through crankshaft deflection or something else farther above my head?

Also paging @arghx7

[fa5tco]

I love how the internet engineers that dont make custom parts think they know more than the companies that have been doing so reliably for years and years. The car forum arrogance never ceases to amaze me

[SkullWorks]

Originally Posted by fa5tco

I love how the internet engineers that dont make custom parts think they know more than the companies that have been doing so reliably for years and years. The car forum arrogance never ceases to amaze me

And you are their Ideal customer, blissfully unaware of the screwing you are paying for by being an uninformed consumer.

There aren't any people to the best of my knowledge in this thread that aren't qualified to make their statements.

But then again you know what we all do for our "real" jobs right?...

There is a difference between claiming ignorance and expressing it in your actions...

[mrk1]

Originally Posted by SkullWorks

And you are their Ideal customer, blissfully unaware of the screwing you are paying for by being an uninformed consumer.

There aren't any people to the best of my knowledge in this thread that aren't qualified to make their statements.

But then again you know what we all do for our "real" jobs right?...

There is a difference between claiming ignorance and expressing it in your actions...

If you don't like a part that a company offers, don't buy it. Im reading your posts and like you said, I don't know you or what you do so I don't take your posts to seriously. If your so concerned about these rods why don't you talk to the guy who made them not just ranting on some internet page that more then likely will never be seen my manufacturer. I'm going to guess that they have reasons for making a part the way they did.

[fa5tco]

Originally Posted by SkullWorks

And you are their Ideal customer, blissfully unaware of the screwing you are paying for by being an uninformed consumer.

There aren't any people to the best of my knowledge in this thread that aren't qualified to make their statements.

But then again you know what we all do for our "real" jobs right?...

There is a difference between claiming ignorance and expressing it in your actions...

Right. I wouldnt know I guess. All those high HP cars Ive owned, and never had a motor pop and not once did I try to act like I knew more than the VERY reputable company that makes the parts I put into my motor. I havent been screwed yet and I also didnt act like a fucking windbag at the companies who made the parts for my cars either.

Signed

Blissfully unaware.

[swift996]

@FullBlown I'm assuming you will have a few options with your short block offering. Do you have any price point in mind or a goal?

[SkullWorks]

Originally Posted by fa5tco

Right. I wouldnt know I guess. All those high HP cars Ive owned, and never had a motor pop and not once did I try to act like I knew more than the VERY reputable company that makes the parts I put into my motor. I havent been screwed yet and I also didnt act like a fucking windbag at the companies who made the parts for my cars either.

Signed

Blissfully unaware.

Oh a little tit for tat with a "internet Engineer" and you get all butt hurt?

don't start what you can't finish, I expressed my specific concerns to the company making the parts...they want to keep their manufacturer secret and are telling us how credible the company is in this thread.

There are 2 types of people out there, those that operate on Blind Faith, and those who prefer to understand. I prefer to understand, and you have obviously chosen your own path...just don't throw rocks from the low road...we have the gravitational advantage up here...

Angrily Enlightened

[FullBlown]

Originally Posted by swift996

@FullBlown I'm assuming you will have a few options with your short block offering. Do you have any price point in mind or a goal?

We have short blocks available. A few different options. I will release the price and details shortly.

[FullBlown]

Originally Posted by SkullWorks

Oh a little tit for tat with a "internet Engineer" and you get all butt hurt?

don't start what you can't finish, I expressed my specific concerns to the company making the parts...they want to keep their manufacturer secret and are telling us how credible the company is in this thread.

There are 2 types of people out there, those that operate on Blind Faith, and those who prefer to understand. I prefer to understand, and you have obviously chosen your own path...just don't throw rocks from the low road...we have the gravitational advantage up here...

Angrily Enlightened

I never said that we are keeping it a secret. I was more than happy to put you in touch with the engineer behind these rods.

PM me your email address and I can have him explain any concerns you may have.

[ModBargains.com]

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have short blocks available. A few different options. I will release the price and details shortly.

[Tansey86]

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have short blocks available. A few different options. I will release the price and details shortly.

Sleeved 2.2 stroker please and thanks

[SkullWorks]

Originally Posted by FullBlown

I never said that we are keeping it a secret. I was more than happy to put you in touch with the engineer behind these rods.

PM me your email address and I can have him explain any concerns you may have.

Sorry, this wasn't meant to reflect on your company what so ever, which is why I said in his thread, it was clear captain troll hadn't looked outside this thread for any of his clarity.

BTW where did the pictures go?

[FullBlown]

Originally Posted by SkullWorks

Sorry, this wasn't meant to reflect on your company what so ever, which is why I said in his thread, it was clear captain troll hadn't looked outside this thread for any of his clarity.

BTW where did the pictures go?

Photobucket wanted more money