GM 5.7 V8 LS1 part number R-LS1-001-I kit of 8 forged ZRP I-beam connecting rods with ARP bolts

The ZRP brand is a subsidiary of DRAKOS ENGINEERING, renowned for its experience in the design of high-performance mechanical parts. ZRP specializes exclusively in forged engine parts and has designed R-LS1-001-I forged connecting rods for your GM 5.7 V8 LS1 engine. Suitable for all Chevy LS1 engines, these connecting rods are made of high-strength 4340 steel and feature reinforced ARP connecting rod bolts to withstand the increased inertia associated with higher engine speeds. Available in three grades: - ARP 2000: withstands up to 220,000 psi (15,000 bar) - ARP L19: withstands up to 260,000 psi (18,000 bar) - ARP 625+: Resistant up to 280,000 psi (19,000 bar)

The ZRP R-LS1-001-I forged connecting rod head for GM 5.7 V8 LS1 engines (suitable with all Chevy LS1 engines) is equipped with a patented AMPCO 18 hot-extruded copper-aluminum machined bushing before being ground to ensure oil film retention with your piston pin.

The design of this ZRP R-LS1-001-I forged I-beam connecting rod for GM 5.7 V8 LS1 engines (suitable with all Chevy LS1 engines) provides exceptional resistance to significant increases in horsepower and torque due to high pressures. Supercharging, as well as extreme applications such as those encountered with our customers whom we equip for their forged Drift and Dragster engine preparation.

Specifications:

• Connecting rod small end profile: flat
• Center distance: 6.125"mm
• Small end diameter: 2.225"mm
• Small end width: 0.940"mm
• Piston pin diameter: 0.927"mm
• Connecting rod bolts supplied: ARP2000, ARP L1 or ARP 625+ (choose)
• Thread of supplied bolts: 611gr
• Maximum permissible power: 1600hp
  
  

Glossary:

1) Connecting rod foot
2) Foot diameter
3) Connecting rod body
4) Connecting rod bolt
5) Connecting rod big end
6) Nut
7) Connecting rod cap
8) Big end diameter
9) Center distance

When converting your GM 5.7 V8 LS1 engine (Suitable with all Chevy LS1 Engines) to a forged engine, it is recommended to install forged connecting rods with connecting rod bearings Tri-metal, in addition to replacing your original pistons with forged pistons.