Description
Brian Crower Honda B18A/B & B20 I-Beam Connecting Rods
Engineered from high-tensile 4340 chromoly steel billet for high-RPM and high-boost Honda B-series engines.
Product Overview
The Brian Crower BC6017 I-Beam connecting rod set is engineered specifically for Honda/Acura B18A, B18B, and B20 non-VTEC engines operating under high cylinder pressure and elevated RPM demands. Precision-machined from 4340 chromoly steel billet, these rods feature CNC finishing, micropolished stress relief, and precision-honed bores for high strength and performance reliability.
Equipped with specialized oiling grooves in the aluminum-silicone-bronze wrist pin bushings, the BC6017 set enhances pin lubrication under extreme engine loads. Each rod is fitted with heavy-duty ARP2000 3/8″ fasteners to withstand intense tensile loads in high-horsepower turbocharged, supercharged, or all-motor setups.
Key Features
- ☑ Manufactured from aerospace-grade 4340 steel billet for optimal structural rigidity
- ☑ Robust I-Beam profile designed for high-horsepower and high-boost applications
- ☑ Integrated pin bushing oiling groove for enhanced wrist pin lubrication
- ☑ Includes high-strength ARP2000 3/8″ rod bolts (220,000 psi rating)
- ☑ Premium Aluminum/Silicone/Bronze wrist pin bushings to reduce friction
- ☑ Fully CNC machined, micropolished, and finish-honed to strict tolerances
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Brian Crower (BC) |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BC6017 |
| Engine Fitment | Honda / Acura B18A, B18B, B20B, B20Z |
| Beam Design | I-Beam |
| Material | Aerospace-Grade 4340 Steel Billet |
| Center-to-Center (C-to-C) | 5.394″ (137.00mm) |
| Big End Bore (BE Bore) | 1.890″ (48.00mm) |
| Big End Width (BE Width) | 0.932″ (23.67mm) |
| Small End Bore (PE Bore / Pin) | 0.827″ (21.00mm) |
| Small End Width (PE Width) | 0.890″ (22.61mm) |
| Gram Weight (Per Rod) | 550g approx. |
| Included Bolts | ARP2000 3/8″ Fasteners |
| Torque Spec | 45 ft-lbs (with ARP lube) |
What’s Included in the Box
- (4) Brian Crower 4340 Billet Steel I-Beam Connecting Rods (BC6017)
- (8) Premium ARP2000 3/8″ Rod Bolts
- (1) Sachet of ARP Fastener Assembly Lubricant
- (1) Specification & Torque Instruction Sheet
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