Manley 14344-8 Tour Lite I-Beam Connecting Rod Set Small Block Chevy 6.000" Honda Journal

The Manley 14344-8 Tour Lite I-Beam connecting rod set is engineered for Small Block Chevy engines requiring precision performance with reduced reciprocating weight. This eight-piece rod set features a 6.000-inch center-to-center length with Honda/IRL journal sizing, making it ideal for performance builds utilizing Honda-style crankshaft journals.

Key Specifications:

• Application: Small Block Chevy
• Rod Design: I-Beam construction
• Center-to-Center Length: 6.000 inches
• Rod Journal: 1.8885" Honda/IRL crankpin
• Wrist Pin Bore: 0.9281" bushed for full-floating fit
• Big End Width: 0.940 inches
• Pin End Width: 0.980 inches
• Advertised Weight: 545-555 grams per rod
• Fasteners: ARP 2000 3/8" cap screws

Construction and Features:

• Forged from 4340 aircraft-quality vacuum degassed steel for maximum strength
• Fully machined to achieve optimal strength-to-weight ratio
• Shot peened after machining to MIL specifications
• 100% individually magnafluxed for quality assurance
• Precision tolerances on final hone size, thread detail, bend, and twist

Manley's Tour Lite series represents a carefully balanced approach to performance connecting rods, offering lightweight design without sacrificing durability. The Honda journal configuration provides compatibility with aftermarket crankshafts featuring Honda/IRL bearing sizes, popular in many high-performance and racing applications. Each set includes eight connecting rods with premium ARP 2000 fasteners.