> Peter asked...
> "But seriously. Is it a good idea to get the crank and con rods balanced
> for
> a 1970 2.25petrol lump when doing a rebuild?"
>
> ...but if you are doing your own journal inspection and deem them
> acceptable, then just simply replace the bearings...no need to take it to
> the machinist's shop and spend any dollars.
>
What I am thinking of doing is to go with the ACR manufactured upper end
(head, cam)and a 2bbl carb and intake. From ACR's web site this can result
in 20-25 extra hp and 30 lbs torque.
I have some noise in the lower end, and oil pressure is 35, when hot and
driving 30mph down the road....drops down to 32ish at idle. Rear main is
leaking (yes I should have just gone and swapped it out when the tranny was
rebuilt). So am going to do a total rebuild. Just wonder if getting the
thing balanced would be a good idea given the increase in power and to
improve longevity.
Pete
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