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Old 03-24-2008   #1
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crank grind
what is the max that a crank can be ground down and still be useable? I have a 64 crank thats chewed up on on spot, would like to reuse it if or sell it, I just hate to see it go to waste.
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Old 03-25-2008   #2
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Re: crank grind
Turned 4G63/4 cranks are the devil!
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Old 03-25-2008   #3
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Re: crank grind
+1... I've heard of some people having success but I wouldnt trust it!
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Old 03-25-2008   #4
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.010. Some people have no problems, most do.
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Old 03-25-2008   #5
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Re: crank grind
I had a crank turned went to hell 50 miles after i put it in needed to replace the block and oil pimp because of the thrust bearing failure.
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Old 03-27-2008   #6
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Re: crank grind
If you get it done defiantly have it nitride treated after.
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Old 03-27-2008   #7
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Re: crank grind
I had mine turned down 10 under and got it nitride coated and has been working for me since, only 1500 miles but still holding up(knock on wood)
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