Forged into the shape of a VW crank and then CNC machined, ground and micro polished. Every CB Forged Chromoly Crank is shot peened, balanced and equipped with 8 hardened dowells. The bearing journals are standard, because it's brand new and it's stronger than a previously owned welded crank. - Forged Chromoly - One Piece - Std. Std. Journals - 8 Dowells Bolt in the High RPM advantage today!