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Skunk2 Alpha Lite Series Honda D16/ZC Connecting Rods
Skunk2 Alpha Lite Series Honda D16/ZC Connecting Rods
A$853.84
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Description
Skunk2 is proud to introduce its all-new Lite Alpha Series Connecting Rods for Hondas D16A and ZC engines. The Lite rod is made for lower horsepower application were maximum effort is not required making the rod with a narrower beam we reduced weight. Alpha Series Rods are forged from select 4340 chromoly steel and feature straight H-beam design, resulting in the ultimate strength-to-weight ratio. The D Lite Rods were designed for the Naturally Aspirated or Low Turbo build D Series. The D Lite rods can withstand up to 450+ hp all while maintaining the weight reduction. Skunk2 relies on extensive material testing and works closely with its foundry to produce high-quality rods at an affordable price. Comprehensive heat-treating, tempering, and shot-peening processes together ensure that each Alpha Series Rod remains consistent and strong. Finally, each rod is magna-fluxed to ensure integrity and that each process has been completed thoroughly and according to Skunk2's rigid specifications. Engineers made use of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to determine high-stress points and implemented features to reduce wear and increase strength. Skunk2's straight design distributes stress across a larger area when compared to tapered rods, providing additional support where necessary. Alpha Series Rods are manufactured from two-piece forgings, resulting in optimal grain orientation along the rod cap for increased strength. Alpha Series Rods also feature dual oil passages at their pin ends, providing additional lubrication and cooling, which leads to an even stronger, more durable rod. Unlike other designs, Skunk2's carefully positioned, offset oil passages help deliver lubrication around the entire wrist pin, during each phase of the engine cycle.
Product Overview
Skunk2 is proud to introduce its all-new Alpha Series Connecting Rods, available for most popular Honda and Acura applications.
Alpha Series Rods are forged from select 4340 chromoly steel and feature a straight H-beam design, resulting in the ultimate strength-to-weight ratio. 4340 chromoly is one of the strongest materials available, however, not all 4340 chromoly is the same. As such, Skunk2 relies on extensive material testing and works closely with its foundry to produce high-quality rods at an affordable price. Comprehensive heat-treating, tempering, and shot-peening processes together ensure that each Alpha Series Rod remains consistent and strong. Finally, each rod is magna-fluxed to ensure integrity and that each process has been completed thoroughly and according to Skunk2’s rigid specifications.
Skunk2’s engineers spent nearly three years developing and testing its straight H-beam rod design. The results are one of the strongest beam configurations available, capable of handling more than 900 hp. Engineers made use of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to determine high-stress points and implemented features to reduce wear and increase strength. Skunk2’s straight design distributes stress across a larger area when compared to tapered rods, providing additional support where necessary.
Alpha Series Rods are manufactured from two-piece forgings, resulting in optimal grain orientation along the rod cap for increased strength. By orienting the metal’s grain in the direction of stress along the rod cap, perpendicular to the stress exerted along the beam, strength is significantly increased. Skunk2’s two-piece forgings provide a precision-tight fit between the rod’s cap and its beam without resorting to the brittle materials required by other processes.
Alpha Series Rods also feature dual oil passages at their pin ends, providing additional lubrication and cooling, which leads to an even stronger, more durable rod. Unlike other designs, Skunk2’s carefully positioned, offset oil passages help deliver lubrication around the entire wrist pin, during each phase of the engine cycle.
Connecting rod bolts endure more stress than any other engine fastener. Each Alpha Series Rod features high-quality, Skunk2-branded, 3/8-inch ARP2000 bolts. ARP2000 rod bolts are forged, heat-treated, precision-machined, and capable of clamping loads as high as 220,000 psi. Precision-machined, bronze wrist pin bushings are also fitted to each Alpha Series Rod for increased wear resistance, and are compatible with most aftermarket pistons without additional machining.
Not all forged H-beam rods are the same. Only Skunk2’s Alpha Series Rods feature our unique design, precision machining, and are capable of handling more than 900 hp, all at an economical price.
*FEATURES:*
* Precision Machined
* 3/8-Inch ARP2000/Skunk2 Bolts
* Shot-Peened For Reduced Fatigue
* Bronze Wrist Pin Bushings
* Laser-Etched Skunk2 Logo For Authenticity
* Fatter, H-Beam Design Without Drastic Weight Increase
* Pin End Compatible With Most Pistons Without Machining
* Dual-Pin Oil Passages For Increased Lubrication And Strength
* 900+ HP Capable
* Balanced +/- 1 Gram
* Magna-flux Inspected
* Heat-Treated
* FEA Analyzed
Features and Benefits
- Length 137.00mm
- Weight 448 grams
- 3/8-in. ARP2000/Skunk2 Bolts
- Shot-Peened For Reduced Fatigue
- Bronze Wrist Pin Bushings
- Pin End Compatible w/Most Pistons w/o Machining
- Dual-Pin Oil Passages For Increased Lubrication And Strength
- Balanced +/- 1 Gram
- Magna-flux Inspected
- Heat Treated
- FEA Analyzed
- 450+ HP Capable
Product Details
| Description: | Alpha Series Connecting Rod Set |
|---|---|
| Length: | 137.00mm Weight: 458 Grams |
| Part Number: | skk306-05-1210 |
| WARNING CA Proposition 65 Message: | WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead; which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information; go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
| WARNING CA Proposition 65: | Yes |
Part Type
Connecting Rods
Features
- 3/8-in. ARP2000/Skunk2 Bolts
- 450+ HP Capable
- Balanced +/- 1 Gram
- Bronze Wrist Pin Bushings
- Dual-Pin Oil Passages For Increased Lubrication And Strength
- FEA Analyzed
- Heat Treated
- Length 137.00mm
- Magna-flux Inspected
- Pin End Compatible w/Most Pistons w/o Machining
- Shot-Peened For Reduced Fatigue
- Weight 448 grams
Specifications
- Product Attributes - UPC
- 873265005123
- Product Attributes - Brand
- Skunk 2
- Product Attributes - Notes
- Requires use of aftermarket pistons.
- Product Attributes - Quantity
- Sold as a set of 4.
- Product Attributes - Part Type
- Connecting Rods
- Product Attributes - Magnafluxed
- Yes
- Product Attributes - Product Line
- Skunk2 Racing Alpha Series Connecting Rods
- Product Attributes - Remanufactured
- No
- Product Attributes - Wrist Pin Style
- Floating
- Product Attributes - Weight Matched Set
- Yes
- Product Attributes - Big End Width (in.)
- 0.897
- Product Attributes - Cap Retention Style
- Cap screw
- Product Attributes - Pin End Width (in.)
- 0.718 in.
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Color
- Shot-peened
- Product Attributes - Pin End Bore Diameter
- 0.748 in.
- Product Attributes - Clearanced for Stroker
- No
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Material
- Chromoly 4340 steel
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Beam Style
- H-beam
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Bolt Brand
- ARP
- Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
- 306-05-1210
- Product Attributes - Big End Bore Diameter (in.)
- 1.8900
- Product Attributes - Advertised Horsepower Rating
- 450 hp
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Bolt Diameter
- 3/8 in.
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Bolt Material
- ARP2000 alloy
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Bolt Head Style
- 12-point
- Product Attributes - Fastener Tensile Strength (psi)
- 200,000 psi
- Product Attributes - Approximate Connecting Rod Weight (g)
- 448
- Product Attributes - Connecting Rod Length Center to Center (in.)
- 5.394 in.
Reference Information
| Brand Name/s | Skunk2 Racing |
|---|---|
| StreetFX SKU | skk306-05-1210 |
| SFX Item ID | 4442432 |
| Supplier Item Code | 4442432 |
| Manufacturer SKU | 306-05-1210 |
| Manufacturer UPC | 873265008957 |
| Alternative References | skunk2, sk2-306-05-1210, D16/ZC |
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