He did say this was the first real run. So if the thrust main got hot and turned enough to close off the oil hole, that would cut off oil supply to the thrust main and related rods. Everything starts to seize up from lack of lube. Then he gets off the interstate just before it starts making noise, pushes in the clutch and the engine stops instantly. Best outcome in that situation, really.
What were bottom end clearances? Hopefully .0025-.0032" on mains and .002-.0025" on rods. Those aftermarket rods should have had .022-.030 side clearance. Crank endplay .005-.008" is where I'd want it all.
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White '67 LeMans 407/TH350/Ford 3.89... RIP
Red '67 LeMans. 407/TH400/Ford 3.25
Last edited by chiphead; 09-13-2020 at 10:34 PM.
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