Will a Lt1 crank work with a tpi motor? I know that the lt1 cranks are stronger, but not sure if they will work with the L-98 350? If not what are the reasons for them not working?

 

Yes, it will fit.

Kyle

 

Is there any reason not to use the lt1 crank? Or do you think it would be a wise thing to do?

 

i'd say they balance differently...... but i would go with a factory or a new scat 9000 series..... either will handle more than probably the block would......

think about it.. whens the last time you ever heard of a l98 crank breaking?

 

Research this a bit more before doing it. I seem to remember that the LT1 crank is built more like the 305 crank. Its a lighter weight setup. I think the question was posted the other way around though, about using a 350 crank in an LT1.

 

Does anyone know someone selling a L-98 crank???
I have the LT-1 crank just sitting around and am building a L-98 to bolt up to a t-56. I am just starting with a bare block, thought it wouldn't be a bad idea to use it since I have a LT-1 crank sitting around.

 

if you have the crank just use it dood... i have one that i am gonna put in my 355 here this summer... only difference is that the LT1 crank only has a half woodruf key while the regular SBC cranks have a full key... to make the LT1 crank work just tap out the one in there now and install a normal full key...

and yes the L98 350 crank is balanced differntly than the LT1 crank... w/ the LT1 engine they used lighter pistons and rods so they balanced the crank differently... but it will work... i am gonna install mine w/ the LT1 crank and LT1 PM rods... and a light weight piston to try and help the balancing process...

 

If you use the factory PM rods or 305 rods, you'll have an easier time balancing the rotating assembly.