Skunk2 has recently released its latest product for Honda Civic B18C engines - the Alpha Series Connecting Rods. These rods are forged from select 4340 chromoly steel, one of the strongest materials. However, not all chromoly is the same, and Skunk2 ensures that its rods are of the highest quality by conducting extensive material testing and working closely with its foundry.
The Alpha Series Rods feature a straight H-beam design, one of the most robust configurations available. Skunk2's engineers spent three years developing this design, using FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to determine high-stress points and implementing features to reduce wear and increase strength. The straight design distributes stress across a larger area when compared to tapered rods, providing extra support where necessary.
Manufactured from two-piece forgings, Alpha Series Rods have optimal grain along the rod cap for the highest strength. The metal's grain is oriented toward stress along the rod cap, perpendicular to the pressure exerted along the beam, significantly increasing strength. Skunk2's two-piece forgings provide a precision fit between the rod's cap and its beam without using brittle materials required by other manufacturing methods.
Alpha Series Rods feature dual oil passages at their pin ends, providing extra lubrication and cooling, which leads to an even stronger rod. Skunk2's positioned offset oil passages help deliver lubrication around the entire wrist pin during each engine cycle.
Each Alpha Series Rod features high-quality, Skunk2-branded, 3/8-inch bolts capable of clamping forces as high as 220,000 psi. Precision-bronze wrist pin bushings are fitted to each rod for increased wear resistance, compatible with most aftermarket pistons without additional machining.
Skunk2's Alpha Series Connecting Rods are affordable for Honda Civic B18C engines. They can handle more than 900hp, making them one of the most substantial options. So, if you want to upgrade your engine's performance, check out Skunk2's Alpha Series Connecting Rods.
Features:
- Precision Machined
- Length: 138.00mm
- Weight: 510 grams
- 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 aftermarket pistons without machining
- Not compatible with OEM style pistons.
- Dual-pin oil passages for increased lubrication and strength
- 900+ hp capable
- Balanced +/- 1 gram
- Magna-flux inspected
- Heat-treated
- FEA analyzed
- Product Type:
- Conrods
- Product Series:
- Alpha Series
- Manufacturer:
- Honda
- Model:
- Integra Dc2
- Engine:
- B18
- Colour:
- Silver
- Category:
- Engine