ARP 152-6001 High Performance Connecting Rod Bolt Kit Chrome Moly - 8740

The ARP 152-6001 connecting rod bolt kit features high-performance 8740 chrome moly fasteners designed to eliminate the traditional weak link in connecting rod assemblies. Trusted by rod manufacturers worldwide as original equipment, these precision-engineered bolts deliver the reliability and strength demanded by serious racers and engine builders.

Key Features:

• 8740 chrome moly construction with tensile strength between 180,000-210,000 psi
• Forged in-house using premium quality materials for consistent performance
• Heat-treated on vertical racks for complete 360-degree penetration
• Threads rolled after heat-treat for up to 10 times longer fatigue strength
• Precision CNC-machined to exacting specifications
• Complete bolt kit for one connecting rod

Wave-Loc Technology:

• Patented Wave-Loc surface design ensures optimum rod and cap alignment
• Provides interference fit of .001 to .005 inches to accommodate factory tolerance variations
• Reduces fluctuating stress to strengthen the rod assembly itself
• Superior material grain flow compared to knurled designs that create stress risers
• Virtually eliminates galling and scoring with smooth surface contact

Installation and Maintenance:

For optimal performance and safety, monitor bolt stretch regularly and replace any bolt that has permanently elongated by .0005 inches. The 8740 chrome moly material offers excellent toughness and adequate fatigue properties for most racing applications when properly maintained. Each bolt is proudly stamped with the ARP name as assurance of quality.

This connecting rod bolt kit represents the most cost-effective solution for engines where bolt strength needs to handle anticipated loads plus a safety margin, making it ideal for a wide range of performance and racing applications.