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Forged H-Beam Connecting Rods + ARP 2000 Bolts
Take your N55 build to the next level with RPM Tuning’s Forged H-Beam Connecting Rods – meticulously engineered for serious power, high boost, and extreme reliability. Whether you're pushing 800+ horsepower on the track or daily driving a high-performance street build, these rods are designed to handle it all.
✅ Why Choose RPM Tuning Forged Rods for Your N55?
Our connecting rods are crafted from 4340 aircraft-grade chrome moly steel, a material known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, fatigue resistance, and dimensional stability under high-stress conditions. Each rod is forged, heat-treated, shot-peened, and precisely CNC machined to meet exacting tolerances - ensuring consistency and peace of mind for demanding tuners.
⚙️ Product Features
🔩 Professional H-Beam Design
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Optimized for strength and stiffness, the H-beam profile provides excellent resistance to bending and twisting forces at high RPM and high cylinder pressure.
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Ideal for turbocharged and high-compression builds where load stress is substantial.
🧊 Forged 4340 Chrome Moly Steel
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Aerospace-grade material forged for maximum density and structural integrity.
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Heat-treated and shot-peened for superior fatigue resistance and longevity even under extreme detonation or knock scenarios.
🎯 Precision Honed Big End
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CNC-honed for a true round finish, ensuring tight clearances and improved oil film stability at high engine speeds.
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Each rod is fully balanced for rotational equilibrium within engine specs.
🟠 Bronze Alloy Bushing – Small End
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High-grade bronze wrist pin bushings for minimal friction and enhanced wear resistance.
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Ensures smooth piston movement and longevity in high-load applications.
🔧 Designed for ARP Bolts – 800-1000+ HP Rated
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Compatible with genuine ARP 2000 Rod Bolts, providing unmatched clamping force and tensile strength under load.
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Bolts seat perfectly into precision-machined caps with deep locking grooves.
💡 Shot-Peened Finish
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Surface treated to relieve internal stress points and prevent microscopic crack formation.
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Adds a layer of fatigue resistance crucial for long-term engine durability.
⚙️ Lighter Weight H-Beam Profile
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Reduced reciprocating mass compared to factory rods without compromising strength.
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Contributes to quicker throttle response and engine revving.
📊 Technical Specs Summary:
| Spec | Detail |
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| Material | Forged 4340 Chrome Moly Steel |
| Design | H-Beam |
| Small End Bushing | High-strength alloy bronze |
| Big End | Precision honed, shot-peened |
| Bolts Compatibility | Genuine ARP 2000 / 625+ |
| Horsepower Capability | Rated for 800–1000+ hp |
| Recommended Use | High boost, track, drag, high-power street builds |
🧩 Compatible With:
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BMW N55 engines across E-series and F-series platforms:
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135i / 335i / 435i
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M235i / M2 (non-Comp)
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X3 35i / X4 35i
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640i / 740i (N55 variants)
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🔥 Ideal Pairing:
Pair with RPM Tuning Forged 4032 Pistons, upgraded bearings, and MLS head gaskets for a complete forged bottom-end build. Perfect for those chasing high boost, track reliability, or long-term engine safety.
Built to rev. Forged to last.
RPM Tuning Connecting Rods for the N55 - the backbone of every reliable high-power build.
