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Old 06-19-2017, 09:25 AM   #49
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Originally Posted by JBauer View Post
One of the mechanics told me that the imports were build to higher tolerances?
All about assembly's rigidity. See it like Alusil blocks (Porsche?) vs steel casting blocks

I've once been told to avoid hot spots on AL (e.g. no oil/rotary,1000rpm loll). AL normally twist as a result. And screw up main bearings and other stuff.... like gears
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