{"title":"Rod Bearings","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"5150-autosport-high-performance-rod-bearing-set-bmw-s58-engine","title":"5150 AutoSport High Performance Rod Bearing Set For BMW S58 Engine","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e5150 High Performance Coated Rod Bearing Set for the BMW S58 engine found in the G87 M2, G80 M3, G82 M4, F97 X3M and F98 X4M. With treated shells and a coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e by Calico to reduce friction, these bearings allow your S58 engine to generate more power and resist \"spinning\" under stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eThese coated bearings also have thermal resistant properties that not only perform in high HP applications like forced induction or race use, but also help prevent sudden engine failure in the event of oil pressure loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e5150 bearings have proven themselves on and off the track, lasting longer and outperforming other bearings on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eAs with all bearings, please check your tolerances and size before installation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eDue to the specialized tools needed, professional install recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eThere are no returns available on any engine bearings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S58 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2023-Present     G87     M2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2021-Present     G80\/G81     M3\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2021-Present     G82\/G83     M4\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2019-Present     F97     X3M\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX4 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2019-Present     F98     X4M\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"5150 AutoSport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51564553437566,"sku":"5150-HPRBS-S58","price":429.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7568\/8011\/files\/5150-AutoSport-Rod-Bearing-Set-BMW-S58-Engine.jpg?v=1733829860"},{"product_id":"5150-autosport-high-performance-rod-bearing-kit-bmw-s54","title":"5150 AutoSport High Performance Rod Bearing Kit, BMW S54","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtect the bottom end of your BMW S54B32 \/ S54 engines with the 5150 AutoSport High Performance Rod Bearing Kit, BMW S54, engineered for durability under high load and high RPM. Engineered by 5150 AutoSport, this rod bearing set is built to the standards demanded by high-performance and motorsport BMW builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for BMW S54B32 \/ S54 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for durability under high load and high RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision tolerances for correct bearing clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for high-performance and forced-induction builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted protection for the rotating assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple connecting rod bolt size options to suit your build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied by 5150 AutoSport, trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 5150 AutoSport High-Performance Rod Bearing Kit is designed to solve the well-known rod bearing issues of \u003cstrong\u003eBMW S54\u003c\/strong\u003e engines, \u003cstrong\u003eoffering a superior replacement to stock bearings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Our kit includes Calico-coated rod bearings and ARP connecting rod bolts, ensuring long-lasting durability and consistent performance under demanding conditions. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalico-Coated Rod Bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP Connecting Rod Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment Guide:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Model (up to 02\/2003 production):\u003c\/strong\u003e M11 bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLate Model (02\/2003 production and later):\u003c\/strong\u003e M10 bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Calico coating on our rod bearings provides excellent anti-friction and thermal resistance properties, ensuring reliable lubrication even during cold starts and under high-stress conditions. This coating significantly reduces the risk of catastrophic failures, like spun rod bearings, which are common in engines using OEM bearings. The combination of advanced coating and ARP hardware makes this kit ideal for both high-performance builds and daily drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur bearings have consistently demonstrated superior performance and longevity compared to standard options. Whether you’re pushing the limits with forced induction or simply seeking reliability in daily use, the 5150 AutoSport rod bearing kit is engineered to deliver peace of mind and exceptional performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJust as with any bearings, it's crucial to verify tolerances and dimensions prior to installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGiven the specialized tools necessary, we strongly recommend seeking professional installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are no returns available on any engine bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Bolt Installation Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Make sure that there is an adequate chamfer around the bolt hole on the connecting rod bolt hole on the connecting rod cap to clear the radius under the head of the bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Use ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant to lubricate the threads of the bolt and the under head of the bolt. Then install the bolts and tighten them hand tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. ARP Recommends using the \u003cstrong\u003eSTRETCH METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStretch M10 bolts to .0065 - .0070 Stretch M11 bolts to .0075 - .0080\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. If you do not have a stretch gauge, torque \u003cstrong\u003eM10 bolts to 50 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM11 bolts to 70 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. A log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. 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Engineered by 5150 AutoSport, this rod bearing set is built to the standards demanded by high-performance and motorsport BMW builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for BMW S54B32 \/ S54 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for durability under high load and high RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision tolerances for correct bearing clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for high-performance and forced-induction builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted protection for the rotating assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied by 5150 AutoSport, trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e5150 AutoSport’s High-Performance Coated Rod Bearing Sets for BMW S54 engines are designed to meet the rigorous demands of high-performance builds. Common rod bearing failures in the S54 can be avoided with these bearings, which feature a Calico coating to reduce friction and minimize wear. The specialized coating also provides thermal resistance, ensuring reliability in high-horsepower applications, including forced induction and racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike OEM bearings, which can fail under stress, 5150’s coated bearings are engineered to resist spinning and extend engine life even during oil pressure drops. 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