Alpha Series Connecting Rods
Long Rods
Set of 4
Skunk2 is proud to introduce its all-new Alpha Series Connecting
Rods, available for most popular Honda and Acura applications.
Alpha Series Rods are forged from select 4340 chromoly steel and
feature a straight H-beam design, resulting in the ultimate
strength-to-weight ratio. 4340 chromoly is one of the strongest
materials available, however, not all 4340 chromoly is the same. As
such, Skunk2 relies on extensive material testing and works closely
with its foundry to produce high-quality rods at an affordable
price. Comprehensive heat-treating, tempering, and shot-peening
processes together ensure that each Alpha Series Rod remains
consistent and strong. Finally, each rod is magna-fluxed to ensure
integrity and that each process has been completed thoroughly and
according to Skunk2s rigid specifications.
Skunk2s engineers spent nearly three years developing and
testing its straight H-beam rod design. The results are one of the
strongest beam configurations available, capable of handling more
than 900 hp. Engineers made use of FEA (Finite Element
Analysis) to determine high-stress points and implemented features
to reduce wear and increase strength. Skunk2s straight design
distributes stress across a larger area when compared to tapered
rods, providing additional support where necessary.
Alpha Series Rods are manufactured from two-piece forgings,
resulting in optimal grain orientation along the rod cap for
increased strength. By orienting the metals grain in the direction
of stress along the rod cap, perpendicular to the stress exerted
along the beam, strength is significantly increased. Skunk2s
two-piece forgings provide a precision-tight fit between the rods
cap and its beam without resorting to the brittle materials
required by other processes.
Alpha Series Rods also feature dual oil passages at their pin
ends, providing additional lubrication and cooling, which leads to
an even stronger, more durable rod. Unlike other designs, Skunk2s
carefully positioned, offset oil passages help deliver lubrication
around the entire wrist pin, during each phase of the engine
cycle.
Connecting rod bolts endure more stress than any other engine
fastener. Each Alpha Series Rod features high-quality,
Skunk2-branded, 3/8-inch ARP2000 bolts.
ARP2000 rod bolts are forged, heat-treated,
precision-machined, and capable of clamping loads as high as
220,000 psi. Precision-machined, bronze wrist pin bushings are also
fitted to each Alpha Series Rod for increased wear resistance, and
are compatible with most aftermarket pistons without additional
machining.
Not all forged H-beam rods are the same. Only Skunk2s Alpha
Series Rods feature our unique design, precision machining, and are
capable of handling more than 900 hp, all at an economical
price.
FEATURES:
- Precision Machined
- 3/8-Inch ARP2000/Skunk2 Bolts
- Shot-Peened For Reduced Fatigue
- Bronze Wrist Pin Bushings
- Laser-Etched Skunk2 Logo For Authenticity
- Fatter, H-Beam Design Without Drastic Weight Increase
- Pin End Compatible With Most Pistons Without Machining
- Dual-Pin Oil Passages For Increased Lubrication And
Strength
- 900+ HP Capable
- Balanced +/- 1 Gram
- Magna-flux Inspected
- Heat-Treated
- FEA Analyzed
