HOT RODS Connecting Rod 8619

Whether you're rebuilding a tired engine or pushing your performance platform to the next level, connecting rod integrity is non-negotiable. The HOT RODS 8619 delivers the strength and precision required for sustained high-RPM operation, engineered with case-hardened crankpins and advanced bearing designs that minimize distortion under extreme load. Built in the USA and compatible with both aftermarket and OE crankshafts, this heavy-duty replacement rod gives you the reliability to focus on speed, not failure.

• Material: Certified 8620 AISI steel
• Crankpin: Hot-rolled ASTM 4115
• Crankpin hardness: 58-62Rc case hardened
• Bearing design: Caged needle roller
• Big end feature: Side scalloping and vent slots
• Small end: Double-drilled for lubrication
• Surface finish: Shot-peened
• Bearing surface: Double-honed
• Included components: Rod, crank pin, bearing, top-end bearing, thrust washers
• Thrust washers: Silver-coated bronze phosphor
• Compatibility: Hot Rods and OE crankshafts
• Installation: Bolt-on assembly
• Origin: Made in USA (Iowa facility)