ARP Big Block Chevy 3/8″ Rod Bolts

ARP Big Block Chevy 3/8″ Rod Bolts

Upgrade the connecting rod hardware in your Big Block Chevrolet engine with the ARP 3/8″ Rod Bolts. Designed for select Big Block Chevy connecting rod applications using 3/8″ rod bolts, these high-strength ARP fasteners provide dependable connecting rod and rod cap retention for performance engine builds, rebuilds and racing applications.

ARP part number 135-6022 is officially identified as the Big Block Chevy 3/8″ Rod Bolts. ARP’s product application database lists the 396, 402, 409, 427, 454, 496, 502 and 572 Big Block Chevrolet engine families. ARP’s installation instructions more specifically identify this rod bolt set for Chevrolet 396-454 CID V8 applications.

Product Features:

• ARP Connecting Rod Bolts
• Designed for Big Block Chevrolet Engines
• 3/8″ Rod Bolt Application
• Press-Fit Rod Bolt Design
• High-Strength ARP Fastener Construction
• Designed for Connecting Rod and Rod Cap Retention
• ARP Recommends the Stretch Method for Installation
• Suitable for Performance Engine Builds and Rebuilds
• Ideal for Street, High-Performance and Racing Applications

Specifications:

ARP Engine Applications:

• Chevrolet – Generic – Big Block
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 396
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 402
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 409
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 427
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 454
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 496
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 502
• Chevrolet – Big Block – 572
• Chevrolet – Big Block – Generic

Fitment Notes:

• ARP’s product page lists 396, 402, 409, 427, 454, 496, 502 and 572 Big Block Chevrolet engine applications.
• ARP also lists generic Chevrolet Big Block applications.
• ARP’s installation instructions specifically identify 135-6022 for Chevrolet 396-454 CID V8 applications.
• Designed for connecting rods requiring 3/8″ rod bolts.
• This is a press-fit connecting rod bolt design.
• ARP recommends using the stretch method when tightening the rod bolts.
• Recommended rod bolt stretch is 0.0055″ to 0.0060″.
• If a stretch gauge is unavailable, ARP specifies 55 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant.
• ARP specifies that the connecting rods should always be resized after new rod bolts are installed.
• Verify the connecting rod and 3/8″ rod bolt configuration before installation.