Product Description
EMPI 4340 CHROMOLY H-BEAM RODSThe EMPI 8310 H-Beam rods are a set of high-performance connecting rods for your classic air-cooled replacement for Volkswagen engine. They are forged from 4340 chromoly steel, which is known for its strength and durability. The rods feature a race-proven H-Beam design that combines weight savings and high strength, making them ideal for high-revving and high-torque applications.
The rods have radiused caps that reduce the need for clearancing on stroker cranks, and they are sleeved to the rod to prevent cap shifting. The rods are precision machined and magna fluxed to ensure quality and consistency. They come with forged ARP 5/16" bolts that can withstand 220,000 psi of tensile load.
The rods are 5.400" long and have replacement for VW journal size of 2.165"/55mm. They are sold in matched weight sets of 4.. The EMPI 8310 H-Beam rods are compatible with most classic air-cooled replacement for Volkswagen models, such as Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Thing, and Type 3.
- Forged from 4340 chromoly steel for strength and durability
- Race-proven H-Beam design for weight savings and high strength
- Radiused caps for stroker crank clearance and sleeved to the rod to prevent cap shifting
- Precision machined and magna fluxed for quality and consistency
- Includes forged ARP 5/16" bolts with 220,000 psi tensile load
- 5.400" long with replacement for VW journal size of 2.165"/55mm
- Compatible with most classic air-cooled replacement for Volkswagen models
- Ideal for street, drag, or off-road performance engines
Whether you are building a street, drag, or off-road engine, you can trust the EMPI 8310 H-Beam rods to deliver the power and reliability you need. Order yours today and enjoy the benefits of EMPI’s quality and innovation.
8310 - H-Beam Rods, 5.400" Length, VW Journal 2.165"/55mm (ARP Bolts)