Connecting Rod Bolts. A surprising number of rod failures are caused by bolts or bolt assemblies, so make certain this is a topic you discuss with the connecting-rod manufacturer.

Examples include connecting rod, main bearing cap, and cylinder head bolts. Tension forces stretch the bolt; most loads are concentrated in the threads, which become the weakest link in the fastener.

It would explain the bolts, which came from the connecting rod. And it would explain why you now need a new engine. RAY: I think this was Toyota's fault.

ARP connecting rod bolts are a must for stock and aftermarket connecting rods. Whether you’re reconditioning stock Chevrolet rods or are working with brute aftermarket rods spend the money and ...

If you're hip to the 7.3L Power Stroke segment, you know (or soon will) that connecting rod failures are more common in '99 to '03 7.3L engines that utilize powdered-metal rods-especially if the ...

Maruti Suzuki India is recalling 13,157 diesel cars having engines manufactured between November 13, 2010 and December 4, 2010, to inspect the connecting rod bolt in the engines. Advisory Alert ...

Part of the exploding connecting rod cap got lodged between the block and crank. Certain parts of an engine shouldn’t be visible from the outside. If they are, something went wrong. It’s often ...

Porsche has confirmed that the engine in its 911 GT3 was fitted with defective con-rod fasteners and will replace each mill. Read more at Car and Driver.