Should a new crank be welded?

2002shee · #1 (**permalink**) 01-19-2008

I have a brand new stroker crank coming for my Banshee. It's a Hot Rods 4mm with 5mm longer rods. Should I have it welded or is it strong enough already?

lt250racer · #2 (**permalink**) 01-19-2008

Also after what amount of horsepower do you want the crank to be welded? 1 or 2 cylinders both...

2002shee · #3 (**permalink**) 01-22-2008

Well I just talked to the fine folks over at Inland ATV and they assured me the Hot Rods stroker crank is already welded and ready to go.

Smkmup · #4 (**permalink**) 01-22-2008

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Originally Posted by 2002shee

Well I just talked to the fine folks over at Inland ATV and they assured me the Hot Rods stroker crank is already welded and ready to go.

I was gonna say...They should already be welded....

flotek · #5 (**permalink**) 01-22-2008

your fine ,on a wild engine design they ca nstil lsperate and a TZ bearing helps thsoe applications but youl be fine the way they come i bet

xxxbansheexxx · #6 (**permalink**) 01-22-2008

dont worry about it

2002shee · #7 (**permalink**) 01-23-2008

Thanks guys I feel much better now. I'm not gonna be putting out crazy horsepower but it's one of those things I dont want to regret not doing now.