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Ariel Atom ecotec powered
Wednesday, March 02, 2011 6:50 PM
I have one of the first "300"hp Ariel Atoms. I had a Rod knock that required a complete engine tear down. now with the motor apart the crank is scared and the rod will need replacing or remachined.
since the vehicle was built in 2005 I was investigating if any sensable upgrades are out there for this motor. The Atom no long comes with a GM motor.
I was considering piston and rod upgrades because the OEM pistons and rods are not reliable after 6800 RPM. my thought is upgrading these would prevent a future tear down..
I am looking for a good source for a crank as well.
thanks for the help.

Re: Ariel Atom ecotec powered
Saturday, March 05, 2011 11:10 PM
It's the 2.0L supercharged engine right? If so the that is the same engine that came in the Cobalt SS/SCs and Ion Redlines. Any of their internals will work.




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Re: Ariel Atom ecotec powered
Monday, April 25, 2011 5:36 AM
I would go thru ZZPerformance.com. They make rods and pistons for the LSJ as well as cams etc. Great company to deal with and fast shipping. You wont be dissapointed.
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