by Blk/Blk Typhoon » Thu Mar 08, 2007 9:20 am
Crank and rods are standard 4.3 LB4 fare. A popular SyTy upgrade is to L35 rods, which are stronger. SyTy differences are nodular iron main bearing caps and lower compression hypereutectic pistons. 15 psi to a standard 4.3 rotating assembly = detonation and very short life unless run on race fuel or well-tuned alky injection.
Most SyTy engine builds aiming for that power go to JE or SRP forged pistons (8.5:1), Eagle rods and 4-bolt splayed bearing caps. Stock crank is generally considered OK to that power level.
'92 Typhoon