{"product_id":"integrated-engineering-volkswagen-vr6-tuscan-164x20mm-rods","title":"Integrated Engineering Volkswagen VR6 Tuscan 164x20mm Rods","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIE 164X20 Tuscan I-beam Premium Connecting Rod Sets for VW VR6 engines with factory or performance aftermarket pistons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-4 shg-c-md-4 shg-c-sm-4 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-00b8023f-941a-412c-a442-abd19c66dc99\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuscan connecting rods represent the leading edge of technology for bottom end strength, reliability, and light-weight engineering staff utilizes the most modern technology to optimize these rods to a level never before seen at the enthusiast level. Give your engine a reliably strong connecting rod set that is rated for engines up to 1000BHP!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e20mm wrist pin for use with aftermarket performance pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUnique I-beam design offers incredible bending and torsional stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIncludes ie spec arp 2000 rod bolts with \"Ie\" stamp to ensure a genuine product\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eApplication specific design optimized for the vw vr6 engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIndustry leading connecting rod strength to weight ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eHoned to exacting tolerances within 250 millionths of an inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eForced pin oiling (rifle drilling) provides long wrist pin longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEach connecting rod set is balanced to weights within +\/- 1 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eForged from vacuum drawn 2 piece 4340 chrome moly steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDimensionally and magnaflux inspected for extreme reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCombiniation tested to over 1000bhp\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMulti-stage heat treated for dimensional stability and fatigue life\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned Through Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIE's Tuscan connecting rod sets for the VW VR6 engine are the best rods available for your European engine due to quality, custom application specific design, and thorough testing. Each Tuscan design is different from any other design because they are custom-crafted and optimized by our engineers using the latest CAD and FEA software. This is in contrast to the industry standard which simply resizes standard designs to fit new engines. Each application is rigorously tested in our in-house engine test cell. We have gone the extra mile to design specific big ends for each application, keeping the bearing in place and reducing chances of failures. This results in a connecting rod that is uniquely strong and light, for the ultimate in performance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific Engineering \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eEach model is detailed out with a unique feature set that ensures proper operation within the unique demands of that engine. There is a particular emphasis placed on providing a stable foundation for the connecting rod bearing. By providing a stable platform for the rod bearing, much higher reliability is possible. For that reason, the feature set is not consistent across all models of IE Tuscan rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorture Tested Reliability \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIE Tuscan rods for turbocharged applications feature a robust I-Beam design for incredible bending and torsional stiffness. Additionally, an extensive iterative process leads to the unique Egg shape of our rod beams, which lowers stresses as much as 20% compared to less evolved designs. This shape very evenly distributes the high compressive loading from a turbocharged engine onto the connecting rod beam. We then validated this success with over 18 months of field testing, powering numerous 4 cylinder VW \/ Audi engines with over 1000 bhp! In addition to being tough, IE Tuscan rods are also designed to minimize unnecessary weight on the connecting rod for an ultra-balanced weight to strength ratio.  Our engineering staff has spent countless hours trimming the fat- leaving exactly what is needed to get the reliability you want, with the weight you don't. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished And Quality Controlled In USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis level of attention to detail is mirrored in the manufacturing details as well. Each set of Tuscan connecting rods are honed in the USA to tolerances of around 250 millionths of an inch! This ensures amazing bearing reliability you really cannot find elsewhere in this price range. These rods are as round and true as any rods money can buy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ElgKt1cZY_w\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e2.8L VR6 with OEM \u0026amp; aftermarket pistons \u003cem\u003eEngine Codes: AAA, AFP. BDF\u003c\/em\u003e3.2L VR6 with OEM \u0026amp; aftermarket pistons \u003cem\u003eEngine Codes: BJS\u003c\/em\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCompatible Pistons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eOEM factory installed VW VR6 pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAftermarket performance VR6 pistons with 20mm wrist pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCompatible Bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCalico\/ACL performance coated rod bearings - Part Number: CAL-VR6-RBSET\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eOE replacement rod bearings - Part Number: OEM-12V-RBSET\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-77c5b4a1-ad1a-4f47-9033-5e790bfc5490\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIERTVV1-RD (With Rifle Drilling)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cmeta http-equiv=\"content-type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIERTVV1 (No Rifle Drilling)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eIntegrated Engineering (IE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these are a direct replacement for my factory rods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThese rods fit VW VR6 engines when used with factory or aftermarket 20mm wrist pin pistons only. See the Fitment tab for a complete list of applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a proper orientation to install the bearing tangs on our connecting rods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWe recommend installing the bearings tangs facing the exhaust side of the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these connecting rods forged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n Yes, all Integrated Engineering Connecting Rods are manufactured from performance forgings. These forgings far exceed the quality of most factory rods that are typically made from powdered metal as a cost-saving measure. \n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these rods require any additional machine work for installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n IE connecting rods are delivered to you in \"ready to install\" condition. Other engine machine work may be required though when rebuilding an engine, such as decking the block or boring and honing cylinder walls.\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs balancing the engine required when installing these connecting rods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n Since IE rods are sold in balanced sets this is not required. For the extreme performance application, this can still be done if desired.\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum RPM limit of these rods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n The maximum RPM limit can be affected by many factors. In this application, we suggest not exceeding 8500 RPM with ARP 2000 bolts. If you plan on exceeding this RPM level, consider upgrading to ARP 625+ bolts.\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I upgrade to ARP 625+ rod bolts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n Generally speaking, high RPM conditions put the most stress on rod bolts as the rod and cap are literally being pulled in opposite directions. If you plan on pushing your engine far past factory redline or 8500 RPM we would suggest upgrading to 625+ ARP bolts. Contact us for specialty order +625 bolts.\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need rifle drilling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n Rifle drilling is not required. However, we do strongly recommend it for a daily driver and\/or high mileage applications. Rifle drilling has been proven to extend wrist pin and bushing life and has also been utilized over the years in several VW\/Audi factory connecting rods.\n \u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the most common reasons for connecting rod failure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n As one of highest stressed components in the engine, there are several things that can contribute to a failure. The most common failure is caused by improper installation followed by improper tuning. We recommend that you seek professional help for both installation and tuning. Oiling system health is also essential to ensuring safe engine operation. Momentary oil starvation can result in spun rod bearings and engine failure. In extreme applications also be sure that you are using heavy duty wrist pins. 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