Strengthen the bottom end of your BMW M52TU engine with the BMW M52TU Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP, delivering far greater clamping force and sealing than the factory fasteners. Engineered by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), this connecting rod bolt set is built to the standards demanded by high-performance and motorsport BMW builds.
Key Features
- Designed for BMW M52TU engine
- Significantly increased clamping force over OEM fasteners
- Secure connecting rod fastening under high RPM and load
- Ideal for stroker, supercharged and turbocharged builds
- Re-usable — superior to single-use OEM torque-to-yield bolts
- Manufactured from premium, specially heat-treated materials
- Available in multiple underhead length options to suit your build
- Supplied by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide
Product Details
Strengthen the bottom end of your BMW M52TU engine with the BMW M52TU Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP, delivering far greater clamping force and sealing than the factory fasteners. Engineered by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), this connecting rod bolt set is built to the standards demanded by high-performance and motorsport BMW builds.
Key Features
- Designed for BMW M52TU engine
- Significantly increased clamping force over OEM fasteners
- Secure connecting rod fastening under high RPM and load
- Ideal for stroker, supercharged and turbocharged builds
- Re-usable — superior to single-use OEM torque-to-yield bolts
- Manufactured from premium, specially heat-treated materials
- Available in multiple underhead length options to suit your build
- Supplied by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide
Product Details
Fortify your BMW M52TU engine with ARP Connecting Rod Bolts, engineered to deliver unmatched strength, precision, and performance. Manufactured in the USA by Automotive Racing Products (ARP), these bolts are built to outperform OEM rod bolts, offering enhanced durability and reliability for high-performance applications.
Whether you’re rebuilding, tuning, or pushing your engine to its limits on the track, ARP rod bolts ensure your connecting rods stay securely fastened to the crankshaft, even under extreme RPMs and loads. Designed from premium materials and rigorously tested, they prevent stretch and reduce the risk of engine failure in demanding conditions.
Key Benefits:
- Superior Strength: Designed to handle higher stress levels in high-performance builds.
- Enhanced Durability: Exceptional fatigue resistance for long-lasting reliability.
- Precision Fit: Custom-engineered specifically for BMW M52TU engines to ensure seamless installation.
Each kit includes 12 high-performance rod bolts and ARP’s assembly lubricant for accurate and reliable installation. Be sure to follow included torque specifications for optimal results.
Trusted by professional engine builders and racers, ARP Connecting Rod Bolts are the ultimate upgrade for your BMW M52TU engine. Whether you’re enhancing your daily driver or competing on the track, these bolts deliver the strength and confidence you need for peak performance.
47mm Installation Instructions:
- Ensure 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
- 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 them hand tight.
- ARP recommends using the Stretch Method when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, stretch the bolts to 0.0070 - 0.0075.
- If you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to 36 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant.
- The connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed.
- A log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. Bolts that have any permanent deformation or have increased in non-torqued length by more than 0.001 inch should be replaced.
53mm Installation Instructions:
- Ensure 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
- 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 them hand tight.
- ARP recommends using the Stretch Method when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, stretch the bolts to 0.0080 - 0.0085.
- If you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to 36 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant.
- The connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed.
- A log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. Bolts that have any permanent deformation or have increased in non-torqued length by more than 0.001 inch should be replaced.
BMW M52TU Applications:
BMW 3 Series
1998-2000 E46 320i / 320Ci 1998-2000 E46 323i / 323Ci 1998-2000 E46 328i / 328Ci
BMW 5 Series
1998-2000 E39 523i 1998-2000 E39 528i
BMW Z3 Series
1998-2000 Z3 2.0i / 2.8i
Underhead Length Options
- 47 mm
- 53 mm
Compatibility
BMW M52TU Models
- BMW E46 323i / 328i
- BMW E39 528i
- BMW Z3 2.5 / 2.8
Why Choose ARP (Automotive Racing Products)?
- Global leader in performance engine fasteners
- Premium materials with specialist heat treatment
- Manufactured in-house in the USA
- Trusted from street rebuilds to professional motorsport
Why Buy from R44 Performance?
R44 Performance supplies premium BMW performance and engine-building components trusted by enthusiasts worldwide.
- BMW specialists
- Genuine ARP (Automotive Racing Products) products
- Fast UK & worldwide shipping
- Expert product support
Upgrade your BMW M52TU build with the BMW M52TU Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP — available now from R44 Performance.
Underhead Length Options
- 47 mm
- 53 mm
Compatibility
BMW M52TU Models
- BMW E46 323i / 328i
- BMW E39 528i
- BMW Z3 2.5 / 2.8
Why Choose ARP (Automotive Racing Products)?
- Global leader in performance engine fasteners
- Premium materials with specialist heat treatment
- Manufactured in-house in the USA
- Trusted from street rebuilds to professional motorsport
Why Buy from R44 Performance?
R44 Performance supplies premium BMW performance and engine-building components trusted by enthusiasts worldwide.
- BMW specialists
- Genuine ARP (Automotive Racing Products) products
- Fast UK & worldwide shipping
- Expert product support
Upgrade your BMW M52TU build with the BMW M52TU Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP — available now from R44 Performance.
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