1.8T 20V 06A Forged H-Beam Connecting Rod Set with ARP 2000

The IE Forged Drop-In Connecting Rods (IERHVA2) are engineered to upgrade the stock connecting rods in VW and Audi 1.8T 20V 06A engines, providing the necessary strength for high-horsepower applications without requiring the replacement of factory pistons. These rods are designed to be a direct fit, utilizing the stock 19mm tapered wrist pin and compatible with stock pistons. Constructed from vacuum-drawn, two-piece 4340 chrome moly steel, these connecting rods feature an upgraded H-beam design that significantly enhances strength and durability compared to weaker factory units. Each set is precisely balanced to within a +/- 1 gram weight tolerance and honed in-house to exacting tolerances of 250 millionths of an inch, ensuring proper bearing operation and reliability. For extended wrist pin life, an optional rifle drilling (forced pin oiling) is available. These rods are combined tested to support up to 700HP on 4-cylinder engines. They come standard with IE Spec ARP 2000 rod bolts, stamped with "IE" for authenticity. Installation requires careful adherence to specific torque specifications for the ARP 2000 bolts, with a recommended final torque of 50 ft/lbs, verified by stretch gauge or a calibrated torque wrench. Fitment is extensive, covering various Audi A4, A6, TT, A3, and S3 models, as well as VW Golf, GTI, Jetta, Beetle, Passat, and EOS. Specific engine codes and years are detailed in the product listing, with a critical note that these rods are intended *only* for stock pistons with 19mm tapered wrist pins.