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Default Connecting Rods

I want to use original BBC 3/8" connecting rods for my 396 build.

My question: Are the good 3/8" truck rods made of the same material or as strong as a 3/8" dimple rod?

I have a set of the truck rods and have no problem having them resized and updated.

FWIW...I won't use any rods made in China!

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Just use your 3/8 stock rods resized with some good bolts you will not have any problems, as in any good rebuild balance your rotating assembly
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Just use your 3/8 stock rods resized with some good bolts you will not have any problems, as in any good rebuild balance your rotating assembly

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I agree! Chevrolet had their act together by making every SBC, BBC, and W-Motor come with Forged connecting rods instead of cast iron construction like most Pontiacs and other manufacturers. Heck, even up until '67 or '68, almost every Chevy V-8 also had Forged steel crankshafts!
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Default Re: Connecting Rods

I had a set of 7/16" rods lined up to purchased and was talking to someone who said that they are not necessary for the motor I am building...which I agree with.

Being that I have 2 sets of the HD 3/8 rods I will just have those gone through unless a set of dimple rods show up without breaking the bank.
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