That makes sense to me Robert, I wasnt factoring in the vert itself.

So if I take the B@M 10236 it will take the place of the vert/oem flexplate...correct?


Here are the specs on the la weights and the mag. below.

Ive the magnum crank, my piston is 626 grams, my pin is 180 grams.

The scat rod is 562 grams, so what I save on the lighter rod, I give back on the piston and pin.

Engine 1971-92 360 LA vs 1993-03 Magnum 5.9L

Piston 584 grams vs 470 grams
Piston Pin 154.6 grams vs 134 grams
Connecting rod small end 239 grams vs 225 grams
Connecting rod big end 519 grams vs 519 grams
Ring Set 56.6 grams vs 40 grams
Rod Bearing 47.6 grams vs 47.6 grams


Reciprocating Weight 1,034.2 grams vs 869 grams
Rotating Weight 566.6 grams vs 566.6 grams
Weight per Cylinder 1,600.8 grams vs 1,435.6 grams
Total Bob Weight 2,167.4 grams vs 2,002.2 grams