Hot Rods Connecting Rod Kit - 8717

The Hot Rods connecting rod kit is a heavy-duty OE replacement designed to deliver superior strength and reliability for your 250cc 4-cycle engine. Crafted with precision and using high-quality materials, this connecting rod kit ensures optimal performance and longevity, even under demanding conditions.

Description

Upgrade your engine's performance with the Hot Rods connecting rod kit. Constructed from certified 8620 AISI steel, these connecting rods offer exceptional strength and durability. The crankpins are manufactured from hot-rolled ASTM 4115 and case hardened to a level of 58-62Rc for enhanced wear resistance. Featuring the latest in caged needle roller bearing designs, this kit ensures high rpm longevity. The uniquely designed big end uses strategically located side scalloping and vent slots to minimize bearing race distortion at high rpm. Small ends are double drilled to provide extra lubrication and cooling to the wrist pin bearing, particularly crucial when the piston crown is close to the wrist pin bearing. Each rod is shot-peened to eliminate surface stress risers and smoothly blend the rod forging's radiuses. Double honing creates an ultra-round bearing surface, enhancing reliability at high rpm. Compatible with both Hot Rods and OE crankshafts, these connecting rod kits are made in the USA, ensuring top-notch quality and performance. Replacing your connecting rod with a Hot Rods kit will improve engine performance and reliability.

Features & highlights

• Heavy-duty OE replacement connecting rods for enhanced durability.
• Manufactured from certified 8620 AISI steel for superior strength.
• Crankpins made from hot-rolled ASTM 4115, case hardened to 58-62Rc.
• Advanced caged needle roller bearing design for high rpm longevity.
• Strategically scalloped and vented big end to minimize bearing race distortion.
• Double-drilled small ends for enhanced wrist pin bearing lubrication.
• Shot-peened to eliminate surface stress risers and smoothly blend radiuses.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Hot Rods
• Displacement: 250 cc
• Engine Type: 4-Cycle
• Material: 8620 Steel
• Product Name: Connecting Rod Kit
• Units: Kit

Important to know

Most rod assemblies are sold complete with rod, crank pin, crank pin bearing, top-end bearing, and silver-coated bronze phosphor thrust washers.