I don't think anyone in here is saying that the I beams are the end all be all rods (Scat anyways). The original thread question is whether they will suffice for a stockish rebuild, and I think that everyone can agree they will. Can they take some abuse in more then stock applications? Sure they can...Are they the strongest things out there at the entry level stuff? No, and yes the H beams (atleast offshore forgings) are probably a better bet if bigger power is in the plans.

Again, its all in the context. I wouldn't hesitate to put the Scat I beams I have kicking around in a 500hp motor. Call me brave or pro chinese or whatever, but I think they are a nice piece for what they are. That said, I opted for Scat H beams in my stroker since I was hoping for more then 500hp plus I use nitrous as well.