Does anyone have any recommendations for the best manufacturer of main and crank (big-end) bearings for a 330GT? We are looking for top quality and wondered if there is a 'preferred supplier' for these.
Also a question regarding con rod bolts. Are these re-usable or should they be replaced automatically. The WSM doesn't say and I was wondering what 'best practice' is. If they should be replaced does anyone have a recommendation for a supplier?
All advice is welcome.
Engine bearings and con rod bolts supplier
Engine bearings and con rod bolts supplier
Simon in the UK
1973 246GT Dino
1976 365 Boxer
1977 400 Auto
1973 246GT Dino
1976 365 Boxer
1977 400 Auto
Re: Engine bearings and con rod bolts supplier
Simon,
I think I got undersize brgs from T. Rutlands but this was about 10 years ago. ARP had rod bolts but I got the idea that they were limited run (not listed in catalog) and just happened to have a few sets in stock. ARP has a very good reputation. Worth a try on both.
If you don't know the history of the car, I think it would be best to replace the rod bolts.
Tom
I think I got undersize brgs from T. Rutlands but this was about 10 years ago. ARP had rod bolts but I got the idea that they were limited run (not listed in catalog) and just happened to have a few sets in stock. ARP has a very good reputation. Worth a try on both.
If you don't know the history of the car, I think it would be best to replace the rod bolts.
Tom
Tom Treue
67 330GT 2+2, No. 9129 (former owner)
67 330GT 2+2, No. 9129 (former owner)
Re: Engine bearings and con rod bolts supplier
PS: I have some new ARP stud sets for the 330.
Tom Treue
67 330GT 2+2, No. 9129 (former owner)
67 330GT 2+2, No. 9129 (former owner)
Re: Engine bearings and con rod bolts supplier
Thanks Tom, I think we are sorted now. We use ARP stuff regularly - its the best, although the lead times can be crippling. I'll check to see if we need head studs for a 330GTC project we have coming up soon
Simon in the UK
1973 246GT Dino
1976 365 Boxer
1977 400 Auto
1973 246GT Dino
1976 365 Boxer
1977 400 Auto