{"product_id":"bmw-m52tu-connecting-rod-bolts-by-arp","title":"BMW M52TU Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrengthen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for BMW M52TU engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly increased clamping force over OEM fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure connecting rod fastening under high RPM and load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for stroker, supercharged and turbocharged builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-usable — superior to single-use OEM torque-to-yield bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from premium, specially heat-treated materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple underhead length options to suit your build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrengthen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for BMW M52TU engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly increased clamping force over OEM fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure connecting rod fastening under high RPM and load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for stroker, supercharged and turbocharged builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-usable — superior to single-use OEM torque-to-yield bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from premium, specially heat-treated materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple underhead length options to suit your build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied by ARP (Automotive Racing Products), trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFortify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to handle higher stress levels in high-performance builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional fatigue resistance for long-lasting reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-engineered specifically for BMW M52TU engines to ensure seamless installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrusted 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e47mm Installation Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure 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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e to lubricate the threads of the bolt and the under head of the bolt. Then install the bolts and tighten them them hand tight. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP recommends using the \u003cstrong\u003eStretch Method\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, \u003cstrong\u003estretch the bolts to 0.0070 - 0.0075\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to \u003cstrong\u003e36 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 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. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e53mm Installation Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure 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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e to lubricate the threads of the bolt and the under head of the bolt. Then install the bolts and tighten them them hand tight. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP recommends using the \u003cstrong\u003eStretch Method\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, \u003cstrong\u003estretch the bolts to 0.0080 - 0.0085\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to \u003cstrong\u003e36 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. 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