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CTS Turbo

Rifle Drilled I-Beam Connecting Rods

$712.49

SKU: CTS-CRI-16420

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Overview

The CTS Turbo connecting rods are rifle drilled I-beam rods designed for VR6 engines. They feature rifle drilling as standard, though factory rod bearings are recommended as drilled bearings are no longer available from the manufacturer.

These connecting rods undergo honing on precision equipment to achieve exacting tolerances. Each rod is subjected to a stringent quality control process, including CMM measurements and weight matching to within +/- 1 gram. They come standard with genuine ARP 2000 rod bolts.
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The CTS Turbo connecting rods are rifle drilled I-beam rods specifically engineered for VR6 engines, designed to be a direct drop-in replacement for stock or aftermarket pistons. These rods are built to handle increased turbocharger and boost applications while maintaining crucial engine reliability. Each connecting rod features rifle drilling as a standard practice, a feature not found in factory rod bearings, which are still usable with these rods. The honing process for both the big and small end bores is performed in-house using precision equipment to meet exacting tolerances. CTS Turbo implements a rigorous quality control process, utilizing a CMM for critical dimension measurements and ensuring all rods are weight-matched to within a +/- 1 gram tolerance for balanced performance. These connecting rods are equipped with genuine ARP 2000 rod bolts, known for their strength and reliability under high stress. The specifications include a 164mm center-to-center length, a 20mm wrist pin diameter with a non-tapered style, a 19.9mm big end journal width, and a 56.75mm big end journal diameter. The rod bolt dimensions are 5/16″. This product is designed to fit the following VR6 engine configurations: 2.8L 12V, 2.8L 24V, and 3.2L 24V.

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BrandCTS Turbo
Part NumberCTS-CRI-16420
CategoryEngines and Components
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