Re: 318 stroker crank

From: JAMEPC@aol.com
Date: Tue Feb 18 2003 - 10:42:56 EST


Thanks for the reply Ray.
Do you or anyone else know if the shorter 3.58" stroke requires the block to
be notched? Does notching require the use of a machine shop or is it
something that can be done with air tools?
Thanks

In a message dated 2/18/2003 9:53:30 AM Eastern Standard Time,
bpracing@worldnet.att.net writes:

>
> >-----Original Message-----
> >From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
> >[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net]On Behalf Of
> >JAMEPC@aol.com
>
> >What is the part number for the Mopar 318 stroker crank?
>
> for the cast crank, 4.00" stroke - P5007256
>
> >Is there anything between the stock stroke and 4" stroke?
>
> for the cast crank, 3.58" stroke - P5007257
>
> >Does Mopar have pistons to go with the 318 stroked crank as they
> >do with the 360 stroked crank?
>
> didn't see any listed. Try Diamond Racing Pistons or Ross
>
> >Can the existing connecting rods be used?
>
> don't know...try checking with Hughes Engines, Muscle Motors, Indy Cylinder
> Heads, or KRC Performance
>
> >What is the Mopar Performance Tech. phone number?
>
> Per the 2002 MP catalog... 248-969-1690 In my experience, sometimes you
> get someone knowledgeable, sometimes you get someone who's guessing.
>
> The MP web site is www.mopar.com but parts of it are under construction.
> If you want the MP catalog, it's available from some dealers parts dept.,
> plus Koller Dodge, Mancini and other major MP parts suppliers.
> Or, subscribe to the Mopar Magazine and join the Mopar Race Team at
> http://www.mopar.com/magazine.html
> You get a catalog and other stuff as part of the deal.
>
> From what I've seen, it's apparently more expensive to stroke the 318 as
> it's not the most popular project.
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> RayB
> http://www.dragtruk.com/ENTRIES/20KM1FD2KWBP.html
>



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