347 build?

[ls1beater4eva]

ok well i now have my 347 kit and was wondering if i should run a main girdle or a windage tray i have allso purchased a canton oil pan . i was wondering if the main girdle was a good idea , and if i should run arp main bolts or the main studs.
I have purchased a melling oil pump and it says it is adj but it does tell youi how to adj it or anything like that has anybody ever heard of this?

 

[Grn92LX]

A girdle isn't necessary. Hands down use arp main studs!

 

[304billet]

run a girdle and windage tray. The main girdle will not increase the block strength but will hold the rotating assembly together if the block splits. A windage tray will provide you with more positive engine lubrication by reducing the interior windage at higher engine speeds and frees up hp.

 

[joeyd0730]

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run a girdle and windage tray. The main girdle will not increase the block strength but will hold the rotating assembly together if the block splits. A windage tray will provide you with more positive engine lubrication by reducing the interior windage at higher engine speeds and frees up hp.

 

[eagleautosports]

The girdle prevents main cap walk and that causes the cracking and spun bearings. At this point, a girdle and windage tray isn't necessary, but it wouldn't hurt to have them either. The tray can add a little amount of power because of controlling the oil spray off the crank and might be worth getting but no biggie if you don't.