ARP 102-6002 Connecting Rod Bolt Kit High Performance Chrome Moly - 8740

The ARP 102-6002 is a high-performance connecting rod bolt kit manufactured from 8740 chrome moly steel. ARP's connecting rod bolts have become the standard equipment choice for numerous connecting rod manufacturers, representing the strongest link in your engine's rotating assembly. These bolts are engineered to handle the extreme loads and stress cycles encountered in high-performance and racing applications.

Key Features:

• Forged in-house at ARP using premium quality 8740 chrome moly steel
• Heat-treated using specialized vertical racks ensuring complete 360-degree penetration
• Threads rolled after heat-treatment providing up to 10 times longer fatigue strength compared to competitor bolts
• Precision CNC-machined to exacting specifications for consistent performance
• Complete kit with all necessary fasteners included

Wave-Loc Technology Benefits:

• Wave-Loc surface contacts rod and cap for optimal alignment and reduction of fluctuating stress
• Provides snug interference fit (.001 to .005 range) accommodating wide range of factory rod bolt hole tolerances
• Superior material grain flow compared to knurled bolts that create stress risers
• Eliminates galling and scoring through smooth contact surface design

Material Specifications:

The 8740 chrome moly material is a quench and temper steel delivering tensile strengths between 180,000 and 210,000 psi. This proven alloy offers excellent toughness and adequate fatigue properties for most racing applications. ARP's proprietary manufacturing process, including post-heat-treat thread rolling, ensures maximum fatigue resistance and reliability.

Important Maintenance Note:

Monitor bolt stretch regularly and replace any bolt that has permanently elongated by .0005 inches or more. Each bolt is proudly stamped with the ARP name as your assurance of quality and authenticity.

ARP connecting rod bolts are the trusted choice of engine builders and racers worldwide, providing the critical reliability needed in demanding high-performance applications.