Ford 2.0L EcoBoost I-Beam Heavy Duty Connecting Rods

The I-Beam "Heavy Duty" series connecting rods are engineered for high horsepower and boost applications in the Ford 2.0L EcoBoost engine. Constructed from 4340 high tensile steel, these rods are designed for extreme durability and performance.

Featuring a "straight cut" pin end, these rods are compatible only with aftermarket pistons. The bushings are crafted from AMPCO 18 material, providing excellent resistance to wear and fatigue, and include a radial groove for oil retention. The rods undergo shot peening to relieve material stress and multi-stage heat treatment to enhance rigidity. Tight production tolerances ensure perfect fitment and optimized oil clearances, with controlled bend and twist.

Each rod is equipped with ARP 2000 cap fasteners rated at 220,000 psi, with an optional upgrade to ARP L19 material rated at 260,000 psi. The kit includes ARP moly and comprehensive fitting instructions.

Additional Machining Processes

• "Straight Cut" Pin End - Suitable for aftermarket pistons
• Dowel sleeves for perfect fit and accurate re-assembling
• Lipped Cap Relief for improved big-end integrity at extreme applications
• Grooves in Thrust Face for weight reduction

Technical Features

• I-Beam Shape for extra rigidity
• Two-Piece forging for great strength
• Shot Peening for improved fatigue life
• Magnaflux Inspection ensures material consistency
• Double ribbed caps for added support
• Multi-Stage Heat Treatment for maximum strength and dimensional stability
• CNC machining for superior tolerances, precise to 0.0002"
• Center to center maintained under 0.001" tolerance
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for stress analysis
• Optimal balancing for weight matched sets of ± 1 gram