Instead of welding; why doesn't he just sleeve it. The
bearing journals can be sleeved to provide the fit you
want. And if he does this; try looking for some
stainless steel sleeves. They'll hold up better. They
do this in marine, racing and diesel applications.
You're not supposed to weld anywhere on the journals.
The original iron chemistry will be adversely
affected. Plus this could cause unnecessary wear on
any crank that you are going to put in. Let's put it
this way. My company is a cast iron foundry which
specializes in engine blocks. If we can't weld on the
journals (Cummins, Mack Truck, Detroit Diesel, Ford,
GM and DC specs says NO!); why does he think that he
can. Just a thought!
--- Ed Halterman <OLZNUT@webtv.net> wrote:
> Hey all, as you know, I'm building an engine right
> now for my Project
> Olds. I got me a un- pleasent suprise call today
> from my engine guy.
> Evidently, this engine in it's previous life spun 3
> rod bearings to the
> point of beng .080, .090, .100 out on the crank.
> Now, since this a
> forged steel crank, he says he can weld some
> material to work with on
> it. It just doesen't sound right to me for longevity
> and reliability
> reasons. Should I let him do this for $150, or try
> to find another
> crank, keep in mind this engine (330cui) was only
> produced from '64-'67,
> but they all came with the steel crank and will run
> me about $350.
> Thanks alot!!!!!!
>
> Ed "Olznut" Halterman Sunland, Ca
> '01 Quad Cab 4x4 SLT+ 4.7L V-8, Auto, Bright Silver
> Aka the "Silver
> Streak"!!!
> '66 Olds F-85, 5.4L V-8, will have 350hp Soon to be
> Intense Blue!!
>
> See the Silver Streak and Project Olds here!!
> www.dodgetruckonline.com/ed.htm
>
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