Tecumseh updated the design of the small frame, small journal I beam connecting rods from studs and nuts to the threaded bolts. Just wondering what peoples thoughts are as to which would be a preferred design, and what the thoughts are of the aftermarket replacements such as Rotary sells. Those actually look to be cleaner cast but of course possible weaker material.
I have a Ball bearing small journal mid 70's H35 I want to start setting up for rebuild. Its getting some updated things done to it and maybe some old speed parts but nothing crazy. Since a billet rod is NLA I want to utilize the strongest rod I can at least as it will be the weak point. I like the studs and nuts on the early ones, they seem stout and heavy duty, but on the other hand they are a little big and bulky on the dinky rod.
I have a Ball bearing small journal mid 70's H35 I want to start setting up for rebuild. Its getting some updated things done to it and maybe some old speed parts but nothing crazy. Since a billet rod is NLA I want to utilize the strongest rod I can at least as it will be the weak point. I like the studs and nuts on the early ones, they seem stout and heavy duty, but on the other hand they are a little big and bulky on the dinky rod.