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The ZRP BMW 2.0L N20 Connecting Rods give the N20 the strength it should’ve had from the start. Once you raise the boost, the stock rods start to feel a bit nervous, and that’s usually the moment builders turn to something built for real pressure. ZRP crafts these rods from 4340 high-tensile steel shaped for power gains without extra bulk, and that balance feels almost refreshing on an engine that sees plenty of stress.

They use a straight-cut pin end meant for aftermarket pistons, which makes sense when you want more control and a powerband that feels stable instead of fragile. Inside, AMPCO 18 bushings stand up to heat and load, and the small radial groove acts like a tiny oil pocket that keeps movement smooth even when the engine feels busy.

To keep the material steady, each rod goes through shot peening and a careful heat process that strengthens the structure from the inside out. Machining stays tight, too. Clearances stay predictable, bend and twist remain controlled, and the final fit feels like something you can trust. It’s the kind of detail that brings a quiet sense of comfort when you’re leaning into the throttle.

Every rod comes with ARP 2000 bolts rated to 220,000 psi, and you can move to ARP L19 bolts for extra strength. ZRP includes ARP moly and clear fitting instructions, which makes the install feel smooth for anyone familiar with engine builds.

For N20 owners planning bigger turbos, more boost, or a stronger and safer setup, these connecting rods bring the steady foundation a tuned engine needs. You end up with a build that feels reliable, composed, and ready for real work.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Brand

Shape

I-Beam
Material

High Tensile Steel 4340
Length

144.35mm
Small End

22.00mm
Bolt Size

3/8"
Application

2.0L N20 Turbo / N26B20 (US only)
Big End

53.635mm
B.E Width

20.88mm
Set Of

4
Discplacement

2.0L
Pin Size

22.00mm
Series

–
Engine

2.0L – N20B20
Note

Non-Tapered Pin End / Straight PE

PREPREG is a common term for a reinforcing fabric such carbon which has been pre-impregnated with a resin system. This resin system (typically epoxy) already includes the proper curing agent. As a result, the prepreg is ready to be laid into the mold without the addition of any more resin. In order for the laminate to cure, an autoclave production process is used, a combination of high pressure and heat.

  • Maximum strength and performance characterictics. In a hand layup production process, it is difficult to achieve 50% fabric and 50% resin content.  Typical hand laminates, even when vacuum bagged, end up with a significant amount of excess resin. Excess resin increases brittleness and reduces overall strength properties. On the other hand, most prepregs contain around 35% resin. This is ideal for maximum cured properties and generally impossible to achieve in normal hand lamination.
  • Uniformity and repeatability. The prepreg is of uniform thickness and each part coming out of the mold may theoretically be the same. Vacuum bagging technology may have some errors in processing, but prepreg ensures production consistency.
  • Reduce curing time. After the thermal curing cycle, no need to wait for the standard 48 hours can be fully cured.
  • Aesthetics. Although prepreg processing still requires mold preparation and demoulding, prepreg processing eliminates air bubbles, makes it easier to obtain a smooth, glossy surface as well as eliminates any seaming lines.

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ZRP BMW 2.0L N20 Connecting Rods
ZRP BMW 2.0L N20 Connecting Rods