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1.8L 20VT

Trimetal connecting rod bearings VAG EA827, 1.8T 20V and 2.0 TFSI EA113

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Set of 8 trimetal connecting rod half-bearings with locating tangs for VAG EA827, 1.8T 20V and 2.0 TFSI EA113 petrol four-cylinder engines.

  • Brands and treatments: ACL Race (optional Calico) and King Racing (optional pMaxKote coating)
  • Compatibility: Golf I to VI, Jetta, Corrado, Passat B3 to B6, Audi A3, A4, A6, TT, Seat Ibiza, Leon, Toledo
  • Engine codes: EA827 1.8 and 2.0 8V and 16V (DX, PG, KR, 9A, ABF, 2E...), 1.8T 20V (AEB, AGU, APX, BAM...), 2.0 TFSI EA113 (AXX, BWA, BPY, BHZ, CDL...)
  • Available sizes: standard to +0.50 mm, increased-clearance versions (HX / STDX)

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  • The VAG EA827, 1.8T 20V and 2.0 TFSI EA113 four-cylinder engines

    Here the EA827 family covers the VAG 1.8 and 2.0 litre petrol four-cylinder engines, with 8 and 16 valves, fitted from the Golf I to the Golf III, Corrado and Passat B4 (codes DX, GX, PF, PG, KR, PL, 9A, ABA, ABF, 2E, ADY, AGG among others). The 1.8T 20V EA113 (AEB, AGU, APX, ARZ, AUQ, AWP, BAM and later codes) powers the A3, A4, TT, Golf IV, Leon and New Beetle, followed by the 2.0 TFSI EA113 (AXX, BWA, BPY, BHZ, BYD, CDL) in the A3, TT, Golf V GTI, Golf VI R and Leon Cupra. All share the same connecting rod journal diameter: a single bearing set covers the whole family.

    Trimetal connecting rod bearings

    A trimetal bearing stacks three layers: a steel back, a copper-lead intermediate layer with high load capacity and an anti-friction running surface that protects the journal. The complete set contains 8 half shells, four pairs for a four-cylinder engine.

    The original bearing relies on an aluminium alloy over a steel back, intended for low to medium loads, whereas trimetal is designed for high, sustained loads: an aluminium bi-metal takes around 8,000 psi, a performance trimetal up to 12,000 psi, 50% more. Hence better resistance and better durability on turbocharged, supercharged and high-revving engines.

    Technical specifications

    Fitment dimensions common to all references
    ACL / King bearings
    Crankpin Ø 47.758 / 47.778 mm
    Housing bore Ø 50.600 / 50.619 mm
    Width 19 mm
    OEM reference
    Crankpin Ø 47.758 / 47.778 mm
    Width 19 mm
    ReferenceBrand and treatmentSizeWall thickness (mm)
    OEM: 1.392 to 1.405
    4B1606H-STDACL Race - UntreatedStandard1.405
    4B1606HX-STDACL Race - UntreatedStd, increased clearance (HX)1.392
    4B1606H-.025ACL Race - Untreated+0.0251.418
    4B1606H-.25ACL Race - Untreated+0.251.530
    4B1606H-.50ACL Race - Untreated+0.501.655
    4B1606HC-STDACL Race - CalicoStandard1.405
    4B1606HXC-STDACL Race - CalicoStd, increased clearance (HX)1.392
    4B1606HC-.025ACL Race - Calico+0.0251.418
    4B1606HC-.25ACL Race - Calico+0.251.530
    CR4104XPKing Racing - UntreatedStandard1.405
    CR4104XP STDXKing Racing - UntreatedStd, increased clearance (STDX)1.392
    CR4104XP0.25King Racing - Untreated+0.251.532
    CR4104XP0.5King Racing - Untreated+0.501.659
    CR4104XPCKing Racing - pMaxKoteStandard1.405
    CR4104XPC STDXKing Racing - pMaxKoteStd, increased clearance (STDX)1.392
    CR4104XPC0.25King Racing - pMaxKote+0.251.532

    Running clearance

    The running clearance is the gap between the bearing and the journal where the oil film flows.

    In operation, the crankshaft journal does not rub against the bearing: it rides on this oil film, which carries the load. Clearance sets the thickness of this film: too tight, oil flows poorly, temperature rises and the risk of seizure increases; too loose, oil escapes, the film loses load-carrying capacity and oil pressure drops. The right clearance is the balance between adequate lubrication and a well-maintained oil film.

    Size / gradeWhen to choose itACL Race SeriesKing XP / XPC
    Standard (STD)Standard journal, not reground0.051 to 0.061 mm0.048 mm - 0.050 mm
    Increased clearance (HX / STDX)Wider clearance: high oil flow, high rpm0.076 to 0.086 mm0.073 mm - 0.075 mm
    +0.025 mmPolished journal0.051 to 0.061 mm
    +0.25 mmJournal reground to 0.25 mm0.051 to 0.061 mm0.048 mm - 0.050 mm
    +0.50 mmJournal reground to 0.50 mm0.051 to 0.061 mm0.048 mm - 0.050 mm

    Checking on assembly: lay a calibrated strip (Plastigauge) on the journal, torque the rod cap to spec (see the torque table below), then compare the crushed strip against the gauge to read the clearance.

    Plastigauge

    Order the Plastigauge →

    Connecting rod bolt torques

    BoltsBy torque
    Original bolts (OEM), EA827 and 1.8T 20V30 Nm + 90°
    Original bolts (OEM), 2.0 TFSI EA11345 Nm + 90°

    Technical guide

    The ACL and King rod bearings shown here are trimetal bearings, designed for engine building and racing. Compared with an original bearing, they handle far higher loads: they cope with increased power, high rpm or the addition of a turbo or supercharger, where a standard bearing quickly reaches its limit.

    The two brands

    ACLACL Bearing Company, an Australian manufacturer of high-performance engine bearings since 1949, offers with its Race Series precise trimetal bearings, available in many sizes and proven on built engines worldwide. Its Calico version (HC suffix) adds a dry film lubricant coating that reduces friction and abrasive wear.
    King RacingKing Engine Bearings, an Israeli manufacturer of high-performance engine bearings since the 1960s, offers with its pMax Black trimetal alloy bearings designed for heavy loads, with a pMaxKote coating available as an option (XPC version).

    Construction and advantages

    CriterionACL Race SeriesKing Racing
    Cross-sectionCross-section of an ACL Race Series trimetal bearingCross-section of a King Racing trimetal bearing
    TypeHigh-performance trimetal bearingHigh-performance trimetal bearing
    Country of manufactureAustraliaIsrael
    ConstructionTrimetal: steel back, copper layer, soft surfaceTrimetal: steel back, copper layer, soft surface
    AlloyRace Series (copper-lead)pMax Black (hardened copper-lead)
    Protective coatingNo (Race); Calico (HC)pMaxKote (optional, XPC version): polymer coating on the surface that limits wear when lubrication drops (start-ups, thin oil film).
    Available sizesStandard to +0.50 mm (+ increased clearance HX)Standard to +0.50 mm (+ increased clearance STDX; XPC: standard, STDX and +0.25)

    Vehicle compatibility

    This connecting rod bearing set fits the VAG petrol four-cylinder engines sharing the same connecting rod journal diameter:

    Model (chassis)EnginePowerYears
    Audi
    A1 (8X1, 8XK)2.0 TFSI (CDLH)256 hp2012
    A3 (8L1)1.8 T 20V (AGU, AJQ, AMK, APP, APY, AQA, ARX, ARY, ARZ, AUM, AUQ, BAM)150–224 hp1996–2003
    A3 (8P1, 8PA)2.0 TFSI (AXX, BHZ, BPY, BWA, BZC, CDLA, CDLC)200–265 hp2004–2013
    A4 B5 (8D2, 8D5)1.8 T 20V (AEB, AJL, ANB, APU, ARK, ATW, AWM, AWT)150–180 hp1995–2001
    A4 B6 (8E2, 8E5, 8H7)1.8 T 20V (AVJ, AWM, BEX, BFB)150–190 hp2000–2005
    A4 B7 (8EC, 8ED, 8HE)1.8 T 20V (BFB)163 hp2004–2009
    A4 B7 (8EC, 8ED, 8HE)2.0 TFSI (BGB, BPG, BPJ, BUL, BWE, BWT, BYK)170–220 hp2004–2009
    A6 C5 (4B2, 4B4, 4B5, 4B6)1.8 T 20V (AEB, AJL, ANB, APU, ARK, AWT)150–180 hp1997–2005
    A6 C6 (4F2, 4F5)2.0 TFSI (BPJ, BYK)170 hp2005–2011
    TT (8J3, 8J9)2.0 TFSI (BPY, BWA, CDLA, CDLB, CDMA)200–272 hp2006–2014
    TT (8N3, 8N9)1.8 T 20V (AJQ, APP, APX, ARY, AUM, AUQ, AWP, BAM, BFV, BVP)150–245 hp1998–2006
    Seat
    ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9)2.0 8V (ADY)115–116 hp1996–2010
    ALTEA (5P1, 5P5, 5P8)2.0 TFSI (BWA)200 hp2006–2009
    CORDOBA (6K1, 6K2)1.8 T 20V (AQX, AYP)156 hp2000–2002
    CORDOBA (6K1, 6K2)2.0 16V (ABF)150 hp1996–1999
    CORDOBA (6K1, 6K2)2.0 8V (2E, AGG)115 hp1993–1999
    EXEO (3R2, 3R5)2.0 TFSI (BWE)200 hp2009–2013
    IBIZA II (6K1)1.8 T 20V (AQX, AYP)156–180 hp2000–2002
    IBIZA II (6K1)2.0 16V (ABF)150 hp1996–1999
    IBIZA II (6K1)2.0 8V (2E, AGG)115 hp1993–1999
    IBIZA III (6L1)1.8 T 20V (BBU, BJX)150–180 hp2003–2008
    LEON (1M1)1.8 T 20V (AJQ, AMK, APP, ARY, AUQ, BAM)180–225 hp1999–2006
    LEON (1P1)2.0 TFSI (BWA, BWJ, CDLA, CDLD)185–265 hp2005–2012
    TOLEDO I (1L2)1.8 16V (KR, PL)125–139 hp1991–1999
    TOLEDO I (1L2)2.0 16V (ABF)150 hp1993–1999
    TOLEDO I (1L2)2.0 8V (2E, AGG)115 hp1991–1999
    TOLEDO II (1M2)1.8 T 20V (APP, ARY, AUQ)180 hp2000–2004
    TOLEDO III (5P2)2.0 TFSI (BWA)200 hp2005–2009
    Volkswagen
    BORA (9M2)1.8 T 20V (AUQ, AWP, BEK)179 hp2005–2014
    BORA I (1J2)1.8 T 20V (AGU, ARX, AUM, AUQ, AWD, AWP, AWW)150–180 hp2000–2005
    BORA Variant (1J6)1.8 T 20V (AGU, ARX, AUM, AUQ, AWD, AWP, AWW)150–180 hp2000–2005
    CADDY I (14)1.8 8V (JH)95 hp1985–1992
    CORRADO (53I)1.8 16V (KR)136 hp1989–1992
    CORRADO (53I)1.8 G60 (PG)160 hp1988–1993
    CORRADO (53I)2.0 16V (9A)136 hp1991–1995
    CORRADO (53I)2.0 8V (2E, ADY)115 hp1993–1995
    EOS (1F7, 1F8)2.0 TFSI (BPY, BWA)200 hp2006–2015
    FOX (16)1.8 8V (DX)112 hp1990–1996
    GOLF I (17, 155)1.8 8V (DX, JH)91–112 hp1982–1993
    GOLF II (19E, 1G1)1.8 16V (KR, PL)129–139 hp1986–1991
    GOLF II (19E, 1G1)1.8 8V (DX, GX, HT, PF, RD, RV)90–112 hp1983–1991
    GOLF II (19E, 1G1)1.8 G60 (PG)160 hp1988–1991
    GOLF II (19E, 1G1)2.0 16V (9A)136 hp1989–1992
    GOLF III (1H1)2.0 16V (ABF)150 hp1991–1997
    GOLF III (1H1, 1E7, 1H5)2.0 8V (2E, ABA, ADY, AGG)115–116 hp1991–1999
    GOLF IV (1J1, 9B3, 1J5)1.8 T 20V (AGU, AQA, ARZ, AUM, AUQ, AWD, AWP, AWW, BEK)150–193 hp1997–2010
    GOLF IV Cabriolet (1E7)2.0 8V (ABA, AGG)115 hp1998–2002
    GOLF V (1K1, 1K5)2.0 TFSI (AXX, BPY, BWA, BYD)200–230 hp2004–2009
    GOLF VI (5K1, 517)2.0 TFSI (CDLA, CDLC, CDLF, CDLG, CRZA)235–271 hp2009–2016
    JETTA I (16)1.8 8V (DX, JH)95–112 hp1982–1986
    JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165)1.8 16V (KR, PL)129–140 hp1986–1991
    JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165)1.8 8V (GX, HT, PF, RD, RV)90–107 hp1984–1992
    JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165)2.0 16V (9A)136 hp1989–1992
    JETTA III (1K2)2.0 TFSI (AXX, BPY, BWA)200 hp2005–2010
    NEW BEETLE (9C1, 1C1)1.8 T 20V (AGU, APH, AVC, AWP, AWU, AWV, BKF, BNU)150–180 hp1999–2010
    NEW BEETLE Convertible (1Y7)1.8 T 20V (AWU, AWV, BKF)150 hp2003–2010
    PASSAT B3/B4 (315, 3A5, 3A2, 35I)2.0 8V (2E, ABA, ADY, AGG)115–116 hp1989–1997
    PASSAT B3/B4 (3A2, 35I, 3A5)1.8 16V (KR)136 hp1988–1989
    PASSAT B3/B4 (3A2, 35I, 3A5)1.8 G60 (PG)160 hp1988–1997
    PASSAT B3/B4 (3A2, 35I, 3A5)1.8 8V (PF)107 hp1988–1993
    PASSAT B3/B4 (3A2, 35I, 3A5)2.0 16V (9A, ABF)136–150 hp1988–1997
    PASSAT B5 (3B2, 3B5)1.8 T 20V (AEB, ANB, APU, ATW)150 hp1996–2000
    PASSAT B5.5 (3B3, 3B6)1.8 T 20V (AWM, AWT)150–170 hp2000–2005
    PASSAT B6 (3C2, 3C5)2.0 TFSI (AXX, BPY, BWA)200 hp2005–2010
    POLO IV (9N_, 9A_)1.8 T 20V (BBU, BJX)150–180 hp2005–2009
    POLO V (6R1, 6C1)2.0 TFSI (CDLJ)220 hp2013–2014
    QUANTUM Variant2.0 8V (ABA)111 hp1990–2005
    SCIROCCO (53B)1.8 16V (KR, PL)125–139 hp1985–1992
    SCIROCCO (53B)1.8 8V (DX, JH)95–112 hp1982–1992
    SCIROCCO III (137, 138)2.0 TFSI (CDLA, CDLC)256–265 hp2009–2017
    SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6)2.0 16V (ABF)150 hp1995–2000
    SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6, 7M_)2.0 8V (ADY)115–116 hp1995–2010
    VENTO (1H2)2.0 8V (2E, ABA, ADY, AGG)115 hp1991–1998

    Also compatible with engine code CDZA (2.0 TFSI EA113).

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