2270 Build, Need advise Options

[pilothyer]

I am interested in building a 2270 engine. From what I can see I will need a stroker crank with a 78 mm throw. I am concerned about which rod to choose. I have seen stroker cranks with VW type 1 journals as well as 2.0 liter and chevy. I have noticed variations in rod lengths as well. I am in need of some advise on a good, proven combination. I know there are many good engine builders on his forum that could share their knowledge on this subject so please do...............Thanks

[Jetsetsurfshop]

I did a 78mm crank and had to clearance the case. My engine is a 2258. 78x96. I did type 1 journals also.
My connecting rods are 5.394 with 22mm wrist pins. We had to modify the rods also to clear the cam, even with a reduced base circle.
This was super rewarding to build the engine and then thrash it on the track. Just remember that HP=heat.
Good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

[Hine62]

I did a 78mm crank and had to clearance the case. My engine is a 2258. 78x96. I did type 1 journals also.
My connecting rods are 5.394 with 22mm wrist pins. We had to modify the rods also to clear the cam, even with a reduced base circle.
This was super rewarding to build the engine and then thrash it on the track. Just remember that HP=heat.
Good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

What case did you start with? 1.7, 1.8, or 2.0

hine62

[Jetsetsurfshop]

I did a 78mm crank and had to clearance the case. My engine is a 2258. 78x96. I did type 1 journals also.
My connecting rods are 5.394 with 22mm wrist pins. We had to modify the rods also to clear the cam, even with a reduced base circle.
This was super rewarding to build the engine and then thrash it on the track. Just remember that HP=heat.
Good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

What case did you start with? 1.7, 1.8, or 2.0

hine62

Its not a GA code engine. I always assumed it was a 1.7L. PO built it to a 2L. Then I blew it up shortly after. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)