Chevy produced several Rods for the Big Block. The two in question follow; How do the "thumb" truck rods compare in strength to the dimple rods used on the LS6&7? Realizing the rod bolts are 3/8 and 7/16 respectively. Thanks, Dan
I've heard the same thing several times from many racers. In addition, there are a lot of 454's with stock truck rods with stock bolts going thru the traps at 6500rpm's and higher and a lot do it for a few years. Some of 'em are connected to TRW Forged Bricks that weigh a ton! The biggest favor you can do for your rods and bolts is run lighter pistons.I knew an old time Chevy racer state that the 3/8" rods were stronger than the 7/16" rods because there was more material in the weakest part of the rod than the bigger bolt ones where the bolt passed through.
Holly Crap is right! I thought I paid to much when I bought a new set for $400.$118 a piece holly crap