I'm in the same spot, got my engine at the machine shop and am debate. My machinist told me that it wasn't necessary to balance the crank on a l-6, but that the pistons/connecting rods should be done. He said that in reciprocating engines, like a v-6/v-8, you've got to balance the crank. But the l-6 is inherently balanced. He went on to say he would spin my crank if I wanted him too but I would be wasting my money. This guy has been in the business 30 years, builds 8s for racing and has done hundreds of 6s.
Is he wrong?
'51 Chevy 1/2 ton w/'62 261, HEI, offy, fentons, dual carter/webbers, t-5 & 12 bolt posi
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