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zguynate · 01-06-2016, 09:40 PM

Hey guys, as some of you know, my chit blew up and I'll be rebuilding. I plan on shooting for around 700whp on pump gas (93). I need some input about rods. I was pretty set on the Carillos, but I have seen a couple of high hp builds on here using K1 Rods without any issue. My only concern with them is that they use ARP 2000 rod bolts. The Carillo use WMC 3/8, which are supposedly better. The Eagle rods also use ARP 2000's. The K1 are considerably less money than the Carillos, and I could easily use the money saved on other components for the build.

Does anyone know of any aftermarket rod failures on our cars? Someone on the 350z forums had an issue with their Eagles using ARP 2000 and stared that the rod bolts were the issue, not the rod itself. Any input is greatly appreciated as I plan on ordering them as soon as I make my mind up.

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zguynate A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Strangeland Posts: 1,054 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 73	Need some suggestions on engine build Hey guys, as some of you know, my chit blew up and I'll be rebuilding. I plan on shooting for around 700whp on pump gas (93). I need some input about rods. I was pretty set on the Carillos, but I have seen a couple of high hp builds on here using K1 Rods without any issue. My only concern with them is that they use ARP 2000 rod bolts. The Carillo use WMC 3/8, which are supposedly better. The Eagle rods also use ARP 2000's. The K1 are considerably less money than the Carillos, and I could easily use the money saved on other components for the build. Does anyone know of any aftermarket rod failures on our cars? Someone on the 350z forums had an issue with their Eagles using ARP 2000 and stared that the rod bolts were the issue, not the rod itself. Any input is greatly appreciated as I plan on ordering them as soon as I make my mind up. __________________ 2009 370z touring w/sports package