FS-DE Oil System

[big Lou]

How long do the bearings last for?

[MP3racer]

Originally Posted by big Lou

How long do the bearings last for?

I only have our race motors to go by but we have been "beating" on the same set of bearings for two seasons now.

I'm getting ready to pull the bottom end of the motor and check them soon. I can let you know how they look but I know that the motor was running strong with good oil pressure at the end of this season.

[big Lou]

Cool I might be interested in a set of these.

[MP3racer]

Originally Posted by big Lou

Cool I might be interested in a set of these.

Let me know when you are ready. Also, if you order forged rods let me know and I can let you know what to order so they can cut the needed slot in the cap for both OE and these race bearings

[StealthWyvern]

Originally Posted by MP3racer

Let me know when you are ready. Also, if you order forged rods let me know and I can let you know what to order so they can cut the needed slot in the cap for both OE and these race bearings

the needed slot int he bearings I assume or the rods?

Edit: just to give a general idea what is the cost of those bearings?

[MP3racer]

Originally Posted by StealthWyvern

the needed slot int he bearings I assume or the rods?

Edit: just to give a general idea what is the cost of those bearings?

The needed slot is in the rod cap. The tang that holds the bearing in place in the rod on the race bearings is on the opposite side of the OE bearings so another slot is needed.

The last time we purchased these (1.5 yrs ago) the price was around $100/set for the rod bearings. Prices change quickly in race products so I would need to check for accurate pricing.
They are expensive but work!!

[03.5MSP]

Originally Posted by MP3racer

Yes, we have found a true race bearing for the rods that we use in our motors. Requires recutting the rods for the bearing notch on the opposite side but otherwise have been great! I can supply for anyone interested but are pricey. I'll have to check current price.

What other specs are you interested in??

Great posts Tom.. I was pretty much looking or any major changes that you guys have done to the FSDE, like the external oil pressure regulator and fixed oem pump, and the info about the rod bearings.. Any other info like that would be awesome, and much appreciated.

[Matt V]

Well since my car is a daily and I'm always on a budget, I'll probably just get the pump work done for $100. How do you recommend cleaning a pump before sending it to you?

And I'm gonna get a used one locally, does the mileage on it matter?

[MP3racer]

Originally Posted by Matt V

Well since my car is a daily and I'm always on a budget, I'll probably just get the pump work done for $100. How do you recommend cleaning a pump before sending it to you?

And I'm gonna get a used one locally, does the mileage on it matter?

Most used pumps are okay. For every pump we receive it will be opened and I will PM you the initial specs before any work is done. Then you can decide if you want to proceed with the specific pump or not.

To clean a pump any degreaser (orange stuff, fantastik, simple green, etc.) will work. A brush to scrub, and some towels to wipe it down afterward. Try not to spray too much liquid into the passages as you won't be able to get it out without disassembling the pump.

[Matt V]

Gotcha, I'm gonna try to get this done in December. Will the deal still be $100 in a few months if I can't get it in by then?