PMR to Forged Swap

[choupique108]

I finally found a set of forged rods. They are coming out of a 99 powerstroke. I would like to know if anyone know and tips, tricks, hints, or anything that would help me out when doing this.

Thanks guys.

[cleatus12r]

It helps to have money.

Plan on a total rebuild if you decide to do this job simply because it requires a total teardown anyway. You don't necessarily need new pistons, and if your cylinder walls are in good shape, a mild hone job with a "turdball" hone will help with new rings.

Be sure to check all pistons for cracks. The cracks will be in the piston bowl area extending into the crown if there are any.

[907DAVE]

Originally Posted by choupique108

I finally found a set of forged rods. They are coming out of a 99 powerstroke. I would like to know if anyone know and tips, tricks, hints, or anything that would help me out when doing this.

Thanks guys.

Polish the rods........just remove all the casting lines from the beams of the rod and blend it smooth. Then have all the rods shot peened/ heat treated and then balanced. This wont make the rods handle much more power but will make them last alot longer under higher power levels. And like Cody said, plan for the worse, when I did my rod swap I changed ALL the bearings and gaskets and did a thorough inspection of all other components. Everything in the motor looked good, but since I had it all apart I figured it was added insurance to do everything now and not have to worry later.

Good Luck

Dave

[choupique108]

Well as far as performance and prevenative maintenence im thinking about doing a set of studs, DI pushrods, 910 valve springs and the rods