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George Miller · 02-11-2014, 06:43 AM

A long stroke engine like a Model A will be harder to turn than a short stroke like a 283 chev. The resistance from the piston is multiplied more on a long stroke. It is all about leverage.

02-11-2014, 06:43 AM	#16
George Miller Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NC Posts: 2,975	Re: Rebuilt Engine: How tight? A long stroke engine like a Model A will be harder to turn than a short stroke like a 283 chev. The resistance from the piston is multiplied more on a long stroke. It is all about leverage.