squeak93 15 Year Member Jun 2, 2005 2,276 367 164 Joplin, Missouri Aug 18, 2025 #21 Aug 18, 2025 #21 Not really. The rods are the weak links of these motors (stock rods that is). However, introducing boost and adding in nicks in the pistons can be flirting with danger. it'll either never be an issue or go boom.
Not really. The rods are the weak links of these motors (stock rods that is). However, introducing boost and adding in nicks in the pistons can be flirting with danger. it'll either never be an issue or go boom.
2003 mustang gt modded Active Member Sep 11, 2023 121 13 28 Florida Aug 19, 2025 #22 Aug 19, 2025 #22 The newer the engine the skinnier the rod gets to get a few points in mpg to increase sales.