Balance question

stroker416 said

Here's a question. I've got a 318 cast crank cut .010 and .010, im using eagle rods that are all weight matched and KB pistons that are all weight matched. I know the crank i'm using is an internal balance from the factory. should i rebalance the crank? If im only going to be running this engine on the street and not racing it at all would rebalancing it be a major issue if i skipped it and just put the shortblock together with what i have?

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You'll most definitely want to have the assembly balanced, because you can count on the aftermarket parts not weighing anywhere near the same as the factory pieces. Unless they've been lightened, they'll likely be significantly heavier than OEM. Having the assembly balanced will give you peace of mind when you turn the key the first time. Not having the assembly balanced will very likely mean you'll be pulling & disassembling the engine to have it done.

Bryan