{"product_id":"5150-bmw-s38-rod-bolts","title":"BMW S38 Connecting Rod Bolts by ARP","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your BMW S38 engine, as found in the E28 M5 and E34 M5, with ARP Connecting Rod Bolts—the ultimate choice for strength, reliability, and performance. Crafted in the USA by Automotive Racing Products (ARP), these bolts are engineered to surpass OEM rod bolts and deliver unmatched durability in high-performance applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for rebuilds or preparing the engine for performance modifications, ARP rod bolts are built to handle extreme conditions with confidence. Manufactured from premium materials and precision-engineered, they resist stretch and safeguard your engine by keeping the connecting rods securely fastened to the crankshaft, even under high RPMs and intense loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to handle higher stress levels, reducing the risk of failure in demanding setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding fatigue resistance ensures long-lasting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-designed for the BMW S38 engine, ensuring seamless installation in your M5 or other S38-powered vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes precision bolts and ARP’s trusted assembly lubricant for proper installation. Follow ARP’s torque specifications for optimal results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure there is an adequate chamfer around the bolt hole on the connecting rod bolt hole on the connecting rod cap to clear the radius under the head of the bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e to lubricate the threads of the bolt and the under head of the bolt. Then install the bolts and tighten them them hand tight. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARP recommends using the \u003cstrong\u003eStretch Method\u003c\/strong\u003e when tightening rod bolts. Following the instructions for using a stretch gauge, \u003cstrong\u003estretch the bolts to 0.0065 - 0.0070\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not have a stretch gauge, torque the bolts to \u003cstrong\u003e70 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003eARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connecting rods should always be re-sized after new rod bolts are installed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA log should be kept on the original non-torqued length of each bolt. Bolts that have any permanent deformation or have increased in non-torqued length by more than 0.001 inch should be replaced. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S38B35 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1985-1987     E28     M5 [European Market]\u003cbr\u003e1987-1988     E28     M5 [American Market]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 6 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1984-1989     E24     M635CSi [European Market]\u003cbr\u003e1987-1989     E24     M6 [American Market]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S38B36 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1988-1992     E34     M5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S38B38 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1992-1995     E34     M5 [European Market]\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied in Egypt by iCode — the official 5150 AutoSport dealer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrice shown in EGP is an estimate at today's exchange rate. Final price confirmed after shipping and customs fees.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARP Automotive Racing Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68329834840263,"sku":"ARP-RBS-S38","price":10805.46,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/2108\/3847\/files\/ARP-Rod-Bolt-Set-for-BMW-Engines-6_cfdab6f3-3694-4b80-8c97-b1a5f53f630a.webp?v=1794334253","url":"https:\/\/icode-egypt.com\/products\/5150-bmw-s38-rod-bolts","provider":"iCode - EG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}