Is it recommended to install and use the factory breather baffle in the bottom end?
Here is a picture of the device:



I am thinking I would like to delete this spring loaded baffle.

Opinions?

I would hate to have it fall out and get hit by a whirling crankshaft.

Cheers

 

Why do you use stud and nut kit on the mains instead of standard ford?

 

Ps, sorry to be off topic,

In mine I run it!

 

I've always used one. I've never ever heard of one falling out either.

 

it shouldn't fall out, can't see ford building an engine with a loose part inside it to be honest.

 

Thanks guys!

I was just looking for cvh expert opinions.
I will leave it alone then.

The stud kit is overkill I guess. But I have always used stud kits in all my performance engines. I don't really see the point in re-using 25 year old fasteners.
The studs do a better job of holding the bottom end together.
Factory bolts are certainly capable - I just like the added safety margin for the 88mm long stroke crank at 7000 rpm.

Cheers

 

I know where your coming from, mines on standard bolts and when data logging yesterday peak rpm was 7150rpm but I only really use to 6600 in the car. Hopefully mine will be ok