bc.gold 3,403 #1 Posted November 17, 2023 When I first learned of the process had negative thoughts about the parts reliability being made using this method. I've been doing some research and have since been won over. I'm in the process of negotiating the purchase of a 60 ton digital hydraulic press. The only thing holding up the purchase is the lack of an operating manual which is needed to program the press otherwise it's just a large paper weight. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,574 #2 Posted November 18, 2023 12 hours ago, bc.gold said: When I first learned of the process had negative thoughts about the parts reliability being made using this method. I questioned this method as well. When rebuilding my truck engine, I came upon some things that made me do so research. The connecting rods in my Dodge 4.7L are made with this process. They are machined, then the end that connects to the crankshaft is scored and broken apart. The broken mating edges create a perfect seal when bolted together that is resistant to movement. Smooth mating surfaces on a connecting rod can sometimes have slight movement due to heat, cool, vibration, etc. This causes the surfaces to wear causing loose bolts, oblong bearing hole, etc. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
