Hand -
forged iron and steel Traditional Chinese scissors, Lee Valley Tools, $ 17 per set of 4.
2008,
Forged iron and steel, beeswax, cotton, leather, and human hair.
The scale of some of
his forged iron and steel pieces is something to consider along with the works» refined Platonic sense of form.
Not exact matches
European blacksmiths at the time knew the blades were
forged from crucible
steel — created by melting
iron with plant matter — but were unable to replicate the sharpness, flexibility
and distinctive wavy markings.
One of the ways that these strongman greats developed the kind of chiseled look
and sinewy muscle that looked like it was
forged from
iron was by Bending
Steel.
The 2.8 - liter turbodiesel truck engine sports an
iron cylinder block with an aluminum dual - overhead cam head,
forged steel crankshaft
and connecting rods, a common rail direct injection fuel system,
and a balance shaft to run the oil pump
and increase smoothness.
Part Number: 19260835 Engine Type: LS - Series Small - Block V - 8 Displacement (cu in): 454 cu in (7.4 L) Bore x Stroke (in): 4.185 x 4.125 (106.3 x 104.8 mm) Block (P / N 19244057): LSX cast
iron with 6 - bolt cylinder head attachment Crankshaft (P / N 19244018): 4340
forged steel Connecting Rods (P / N 19166964): 4340
forged steel Pistons: (P / N 19166958): 4032
forged aluminum Camshaft Type (P / N 19166975): Mechanical roller Camshaft Lift (in):.738 intake /.738 exhaust Camshaft Duration (@.050 in): 250 ° intake / 270 ° exhaust Cylinder Heads (P / N 19166979): Drag race cylinder heads 6 - bolt LSX aluminum Valve size (in): 2.250» x 6.370» intake 1.625» x 6.400» exhaust Compression Ratio: 13.1:1 Rocker Arms (P / N 19201808): Shaft mounted with needle bearing fulcrum
and tip Rocker Arm Ratio: 1.9:1 Recommended Fuel: Race fuel (110 octane minimum) Maximum rpm: 7,100 Reluctor Wheel: 58X Balanced: Internal
It has the same compacted - graphite
iron block material construction
and forged -
steel crank as the 2.7 - liter EcoBoost for improved durability without added weight.
The new Ford diesel gets a graphite -
iron block,
forged steel crankshaft, aluminum - alloy pistons
and a second fuel filter for extra fuel system protection.
It has a cast
iron engine block with MPFI (fuel injection)
and an aluminum SOHC cylinder head with
forged steel connecting rods
and four valves per cylinder.
While the
iron block
and forged steel crankshaft were sourced directly from the InTech 5.4 L, the Cobra R powerplant benefited from new, high - flow cylinder heads that were designed with features developed for Ford's «Rough Rider» off - road racing program, application specific camshafts with higher lift
and more duration than other 4 - valve Modular cams,
forged I - beam connecting rods sourced from Carillo,
forged pistons that provided a 9.6:1 compression ratio in conjunction with the 52 cc combustion chambers,
and a unique high - flow «cross-ram» style aluminum intake manifold.
With upgraded valve - seat material to fight wear,
and anchored by a cast -
iron block, aluminum cylinder heads
and forged -
steel crankshaft, it is little wonder the 6.4 - liter HEMI V - 8 boasts a five - year / 60,000 - mile warranty.
The independent front suspension has been engineered for heavy duty use with
forged steel upper control arms
and precision - machined cast
iron lower control arms.
The structural benefit derived from the combination of a
forged steel crankshaft, optimized main bearing journal diameters,
and iron main bearing cap inserts results in minimized noise
and vibration at mid
and high rpm.
The block is a high - pressure, die cast aluminum unit with cast
iron bore liners
and aluminum cylinder heads; cast aluminum pistons with low friction rings are fitted to
forged steel connecting rods.
The 354 - cubic - inch engine features a cast -
iron block
and a
forged steel crankshaft for added durability.
Additional engine features:
Iron cylinder block
and aluminum DOHC cylinder head
Forged steel crankshaft
and connecting rods Oiling circuit that includes a dedicated feed for the turbocharger to provide increased pressure at the turbo
and faster oil delivery Piston - cooling oil jets 16.5:1 compression ratio Common rail direct injection fuel system Ceramic glow plugs for shorter heat - up times
and higher glow temperatures Balance shaft that contributes to smoothness
and drives the oil pump Laminated
steel oil pan with upper aluminum section that contributes to engine rigidity
and quietness B20 bio-diesel capability The Duramax 2.8 L is the cleanest diesel truck engine ever produced by General Motors,
and meets some of the toughest U.S. emissions standards, thanks in part to a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system.
The front suspension is still an independent torsion - bar setup, but it's completely redesigned with
forged steel upper control arms
and machined cast -
iron lower control arms.
The M42 also incorporates other performance features such as a
forged steel crankshaft
and welded tubular stainless
steel exhaust manifold instead of the more typical cast -
iron items.
The new V - 6 diesel features the same compacted - graphite
iron block material construction
and forged -
steel crank used in Ford's 2.7 - liter EcoBoost engine.
Iron cylinder block
and aluminum DOHC cylinder head
Forged steel crankshaft
and connecting rods Oiling circuit that includes a dedicated feed for the turbocharger to provide increased pressure at the turbo
and faster oil delivery Piston - cooling oil jets 16.5:1 compression ratio Common rail direct injection fuel system Ceramic glow plugs for shorter heat - up times
and higher glow temperatures Balance shaft that contributes to smoothness
and drives the oil pump Laminated
steel oil pan with upper aluminum section that contributes to engine rigidity
and quietness B20 bio-diesel capability.
To support the high cylinder pressures that come with turbocharging, the crankshaft
and connecting rods are made of
forged steel and the pistons are made of a tough aluminum alloy with a cast
iron ring groove insert.
Other improvements include inverted - tooth chain driving the camshaft,
forged steel crankshaft, cast aluminum bedplate with main bearing cap inserts made of
iron, high - pressure fuel rail with rubber - isolated assembly, acoustically shielded plastic cover for the intake manifold,
and structurally enhanced aluminum camshaft cover
and front cover.
A
forged steel crankshaft
and forged connecting rods, coupled with a cast -
iron structural main bearing beam, contribute to an extremely rigid
and quiet lower structure.
The cast
iron 2.8 - liter four - cylinder turbo diesel is certainly a beefcake with a
forged steel crankshaft
and forged connecting rods.
The Great Room • Grand, open great room plan with 24» ceilings
and abundant natural light • Barro Barrocco stone Floors
and Costa Rican wood throughout • Hand -
forged wrought
iron details
and lighting • Fully air conditioned with thermostat control • 50» plasma flat screen TV
and entertainment center • Locally - made, solid wood dining table with seating for 10 • Fully equipped kitchen with professional, Chef - grade stainless
steel appliances, cherry cabinetry
and solid stone countertops • 3 - sets of French doors open directly to a covered lanai
and pool.
Just as the
iron needs to be burning hot in order to be
forged into
steel, our pain
and discomfort are the prod that motivates us to discover the genuine strength
and beauty of who we truly are.