Originally Posted by prostreet1972
I am also looking to build a 400. I have a question with rod length. What are the pros and cons for the 5.7 and 6.0 rods? I know it will change the pin height in the piston. Which is the safest, reliable choice. My motor will see 150hp shot of nitrous occasionally also.
General conciences is that the 6" rod produces more power, i know i run 6" rods in all my engines. As you may know the original 400 engine had 5.562 rods, GM did this so they could use stock 350 piston pin heigth.
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