HOT RODS Connecting Rod 8159

If you're building or rebuilding a high-performance engine, your connecting rods carry the full force of combustion thousands of times per minute. The HOT RODS 8159 is engineered to handle sustained high-rpm loads without failure, using certified materials and precision manufacturing that separates reliable power plants from catastrophic engine damage. Whether you're chasing lap times or dependable street performance, this rod delivers the strength and longevity your engine demands.

The 8159 combines proven 8620 AISI steel construction with advanced bearing design and meticulous surface finishing to maximize fatigue resistance and minimize distortion under extreme conditions. Every detail—from the caged needle roller bearings to the strategically scalloped big end—is optimized for high-rpm durability.

• 8620 AISI certified steel
• Hot-rolled ASTM 4115 crankpins
• Case hardened 58-62Rc
• Caged needle roller bearings
• Big end side scalloping/vent slots
• Double-drilled small ends
• Shot-peened surface finish
• Double-honed bearing surfaces
• Silver-coated bronze phosphor washers
• Complete rod assembly included
• Compatible Hot Rods/OE crankshafts
• USA manufactured (Iowa facility)
• MPN: 8159