Engine Spacer question

[BigPhattyVW]

Hello

If I were to put a 82mm crank in with 94mm B Mahle/Cima Pistons and 5.5in rods, would I need cylinder spacers? If so what should i do, lower the crank size or shorten the rods? I'm asking this because the exhaust that I want to use isnt made for wider than stock engines.

Thanks

Clint

[kdanie]

I would buy a different exhaust, it's cheaper than a different crank or rods. Going with shorter rods will increase the side loading on your pistons, increasing wear. Shorter stroke will cost you torque. Your choice, it's all comprmise.
ken

[hot66]

i'm in the process of building a 82x94mm type1 with 5.5 rods & stroker pistons. I am expecting it to be very close to stock in overall width.

[BigPhattyVW]

Hello

Thanks Hot66 for your reply! And when you do finish your engine please inform me if you needed to use any spacers! Hopefully not because I wanted to put that turbo kit on but the exhaust isn't adjustable. Oh well

Thanks

Clint