Whats the balance shaft made out of?

[BoostedBeater]

Is the balance shaft made of cast steel or iron? I'm planning on making my own "race" balance shaft like the one that AMS sells. Before i start, i figure it would be best to know what type of material i'll be working with for an approximate turn around time before i take the car apart.

Thanks guys

 

[doubleclutch99]

why not just use a stock balance shaft and cut it down on a lathe? just a thought

 

[TSi Kid]

why not just use a stock balance shaft and cut it down on a lathe? just a thought

Soo much cheaper too.

 

[92tsiawdguy]

The ams balance shaft is made from a stock balance shaft. That's why they ask you to send yours in. They turn it down and balance it. They are made from cast steel with hardend bearing surfaces.

 

[BoostedBeater]

I am using a stock balance shaft and throwing it on a lathe, hence the reason i need to know what its made out of for cutting time

Cast steel isnt what i wanted to hear but it doesn't mean its not doable, it just takes longer to cut down to size.

Thanks guys