SpeedFactory Racing D16 Vitara Spec No-Notch Long Connecting Rods

SpeedFactory Racing D16 Vitara Spec No-Notch Long Connecting Rods are a perfect choice for Honda builds ranging from 300-500hp. Their extended length eliminates block notching while providing superior efficiency and compression. This custom rod has been optimized for Vitara D16 engines, weighing less than comparable options and featuring 4340 chromoly construction and heat-treatment, Magnafluxing, CNC machining, and shot peening for even stress distribution. With ARP2000-rated 3/8” bolts and ARP Lube for assembly, this rod also boasts precisely aligned dowels and bronze alloy pin bushings for floating wrist pins. Enjoy maximum performance with SpeedFactory Racing D16 Vitara Spec No-Notch Long Connecting Rods.

Features:

- Forged SAE 4340 Chromoly Steel

- 100% CNC machined

- Precision rod cap alignment dowels

- Bronze alloy pin bushings

- Dual under pin oiling holes

- Magnafluxed

- Multi-stage heat treated

- Shot peened to relieve stress

- Each set balanced to +/- 1 gram

- Laser etched SFR logo

- Profiled to clear most factory girdles and ZERO block notching is needed.

- 500hp rated

Specifications:

Engine: Honda/Acura D16 (ALL) & ZC

Material: Forged 4340 chromoly

Bolts: 3/8” ARP2000

Weight: 473 grams

Center to Center Length: 138.63mm – 5.458”

Pin End Bore: 19.02mm - 0.748”

Pin End Width: 18.2mm – 0.717”

Big End Bore: 48mm – 1.890”

Big End Width: 22.65mm – 0.892”

Vitara D16 Build Compression Ratios are as follows:

• D16 Block with D16Y8 Head - 7.8:1 standard rod (8.8:1 with our long rod)

• D16 Block with D16Z6/Y7/D15B Head - 7.6:1 standard rod (8.5:1 with our long rod)

• D16 Block with D15B7/D16A6 Head - 7.3:1 standard rod (8.1:1 with our long rod)