ZRP RODS – VW 2.0L 16V ABF I-BEAM CONNECTING RODS SET

The I-Beam “Heavy Duty” series connecting rods for Audi/VW 1.8L Turbo 20v are intended for high-horsepower/boost applications. Manufactured from the finest raw materials, 4340 high-strength steel, with a specially optimized shape for high performance and extreme durability. They feature “straight cut” pin ends for increased durability, so they can only be used in conjunction with aftermarket pistons. The bushings are made from AMPCO 18 material for excellent wear and fatigue resistance and have a radial groove that serves as an oil reservoir. They are shot peened to relieve stress from the material and multi-stage heat treated to increase rigidity. Tight manufacturing tolerances ensure a perfect fit while optimizing oil clearances. Bending and torsion are strictly controlled. Each rod includes ARP 2000 cap fasteners rated at 220,000 psi, optional ARP L19 material rated at 260,000 psi is available as an upgrade, and the entire kit comes with ARP moly and complete installation instructions.
Additional MachiningStraight Cut Pin End – Suitable for Aftermarket PistonsCentering Sleeves for a Perfect Fit and Accurate ReassemblyEmbossed Cap with Edge for Improved Big End Integrity in Extreme ApplicationsThrust Face Grooves for Weight ReductionTechnical Features of ZRP Connecting RodsI-Shape for Extra RigidityTwo-Piece Forging for High StrengthShot Peening for Improved Fatigue LifeMagnaflux Inspection ensures the consistency of the forged material meets our high quality standardsCaps Double rib for increased supportMulti-stage heat treatment for maximum strength, dimensional stability, and fatigue resistance.CNC-machined for superior tolerances, accurate to 0.0002″Center-to-center is held to a tolerance of 0.001″Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Computer-generated stress analysis of connecting rodsOptimal balance for weight-matched sets of ± 1 gramAdditional InformationEngine number AXX, BHZ, BGB, BWE, BUL, CDNB, BYK, BPJ, BWA, BWT Application 2.0L TFSI/TSI Engine Clipboard Non-tapered pin end Bolt size 3/8″ Shape I-BEAM Length (CC) 144.00 Pin size 8.00pm Big Bore 50.60 BE Width 24.89 Weight Gr.515 Set of 4 Degree of fastening ARP2000 Series Heavy Duty Weight 515