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  1. 04-04-2006 05:39 PM #1
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    What 76GMC says is right...that's why a 305 crank is different from a 350 crank even though they both have a 3.48 inch stroke.

    Why spend more money to build a 305 stroker than it would cost to build a 350 stroker? Engines (and other endeavors) benefit from longer strokes.
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    Quote Originally Posted by robot
    Engines (and other endeavors) benefit from longer strokes.
    aw but ive seen articles that indicate a trend shifting towards smaller strokes <and journal sizes> well thats what hot rod & car craft said
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