Thinking about used 4.2 rods instead of new

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Thinking about used 4.2 rods instead of new

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I want to buy the 4.2 crankshaft new just to keep my mind at ease, but im finding that the rods are damn expensive new. If I do buy a used set of 4.2 rods will they have to be reconditioned or anything before I use them in my stroker? (yes, im a newb when it comes to engine internals :smack: ) Thanks. :)
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Re: Thinking about used 4.2 rods instead of new

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You'll need to have the rods checked and possibly resized. Whichever rods you use, I highly recommend you go for a set of ARP rod bolts.
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Re: Thinking about used 4.2 rods instead of new

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PAW is one source for recon'd rods. Make sure to ask for a matching set/matching p/ns cause one set they sent Streetpirate had different p/ns.
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Re: Thinking about used 4.2 rods instead of new

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Double check the recon rods that you get. I had a set from PAW that were not round and none of them were the same size. I sent them back.
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