5.3 LS crankshaft/piston and connecting rod balance?

Tiny
HD1200
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  • 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 4WD
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  • 255,000 MILES
I’m rebuilding my 5.3 LS; I have stock crankshaft. I plan on getting new pistons and want to gen 4 rods. If I balance all the pistons rods, and pins at home would with in 2 grams would that be good enough balance and just install on stock crank shaft and install? Or should I get balanced with crank shaft?
Monday, November 27th, 2023 AT 9:24 AM

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Tiny
RYAN L
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Hey there!

I would get everything balanced. Take the pistons, rods, wristpins, crankshaft, damper, flex plate/flywheel. It is not crazy expensive, and it will make your engine spin so nice and smooth. You will end up with more power, smoother revs, and a longer lasting engine. Totally worth it!

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Best,
Ryan
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