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  1. DSMer

    How effcient are current automatic transmissions

    For off road use only of course... http://www.pfyc.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=VT6001&Store_Code=PFYC&Category_Code=VTUNDER&a_aid=froogle
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    Rod bolt stretch VS rod bolt torque

    I am glad I asked! It didn’t seem right, as the only thing that could really change would be the surface finish of the contacting parts. I used an ample amount of the ARP moly lube on all of the bolts. I think I will try pat's idea, as it does make sense. Thanks, Ryan
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    Rod bolt stretch VS rod bolt torque

    I was recently assembling the bottom end of a Mitsubishi 6g72 ( 3.0L DOHC v6, twin turbo) for my Dodge Stealth. I had my machine shop install APR rod bolts into the factory rods, and resize them. While I was installing them I used a combination stretch/ torque method. ARP’s specs were...

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