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Originally Posted by Dave in MN
Dave,
Yes..wide open question. (Did you intend the pun?)
These are my practices and many will not agree.
Stock: 45-52 Max 55 in a '28 pickup with stock engine with high speed rear end assuming stock gravity oiling
With inserts: I do not have but I would suggest the same as babbitt assuming gravity oiling
Babbitt and Balanced crank: Same as below
Inserts with counterweighted and balanced crank: 60 in a '29 Phaeton standard rear end and 65 in overdrive with standard gravity oiling.
One more you did not mention: Pressure oil to mains and rods...more pressure...more rpms...
Brakes: The best you can build if you are pushing modern highway speeds!
Speed is fun once in awhile but 35 to 45 is much more pleasant!
Just my opinions....others will have their own.
Good Day!
Dave in MN
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I am in total agreement with the info above. 35 - 45 is much more pleasant. If I'm in a rush, Ill jump in my modern car. Also, stopping is equally important. Unless you can stop don't even think about making it go! Don/WI