ZRP RODS – CONNECTING ROD SET VW 3.2L R32 / 3.6L R36 / VR6 2.8L AND 2.9L HD SERIES

The I-Beam Series “Heavy Duty” connecting rods for VW R32/R36 engines are designed 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. The bushings are made from AMPCO 18 material for excellent wear and fatigue resistance and feature a radial groove that serves as an oil reservoir. They are shot peened to relieve material stress and multi-stage heat treated to increase rigidity. Tight manufacturing tolerances ensure a perfect fit while optimizing oil clearances. Bend and twist are tightly controlled. Each rod includes ARP 2000 3/8″ plug fasteners rated at 220,000 psi, with optional ARP L19 material rated at 260,000 psi available as an upgrade, and the entire kit comes with ARP moly and complete assembly instructions.
Additional machiningCentering 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 rodsTwo-piece forging for high strengthI-shape for extra rigidityShot peening for improved fatigue lifeMagnaflux Inspection ensures that the consistency of the forged material meets our high quality standardsDouble-rib caps for increased supportMulti-stage heat treatment for maximum strength, dimensional stability, and corrosion resistance Fatigue.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 2.8L and 2.9L: AAA, ABV, AMV, AQP, AUE, AYL, BDE — R32: BFH, BML, BJSApplication 2.8L VR6 / 2.9L VR6 / 3.2L R32Notes: For bore sizes greater than 84.00Bolt Size 3/8″Shape I-BEAMLength (CC) 164.00Pivot Size 20.00Big Bore 56.81BE Width 19.90Weight 618 gSET of 6ARP2000 Fastening GradeHeavy Duty SeriesWeight 618 g