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The ZRP BMW 3.0L N54 I-Beam Connecting Rods give the N54 the kind of strength it deserves. You know what? It’s the part many owners reach for once the boost starts rising and the factory rods begin to feel a little out of their depth. ZRP builds these from 4340 high-tensile steel and shapes them for serious power, with a profile that handles heavy loads without adding bulk.

Each rod uses a straight-cut pin end, so they pair only with aftermarket pistons. It’s a setup that makes sense when you’re chasing higher power and tighter control. The AMPCO 18 bushings hold up under heat and stress, and the small radial groove inside acts like a tiny oil pocket that keeps things moving smoothly under load.

To keep the material stable, the rods go through shot peening and a multi-stage heat process that firms up the structure. The machining stays tight, too. Clearances stay consistent, bend and twist are controlled, and everything fits the way a performance engine build should. You can almost feel the peace of mind that brings when you’re pushing the car hard.

Each rod comes fitted with ARP 2000 bolts rated to 220,000 psi, and you can choose ARP L19 bolts if you want even more strength. ZRP includes ARP moly and full fitting instructions, so the install feels straightforward for anyone used to engine work.

For N54 owners planning bigger turbos, more boost, or just a safer powerband, these I-Beam rods bring a level of trust that makes the whole build feel solid from the inside out.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Brand

Shape

I-Beam
Material

High Tensile Steel 4340
Length

145.00mm
Small End

22.00mm
Bolt Size

3/8"
Application

3.0L N54
Big End

53.635mm
B.E Width

20.88mm
Set Of

6
Discplacement

3.0L
Pin Size

22.00mm
Series

–
Engine

3.0L N54B30
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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To start a claim, email us with your order number, issue description, and photos. If the claim is approved, we’ll offer a replacement, store credit, or a refund.

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ZRP BMW 3.0L N54 I-Beam Connecting Rods
ZRP BMW 3.0L N54 I-Beam Connecting Rods