ARP Big Block Chevy High-Performance Wave-Loc Rod Bolt Kit

Upgrade the connecting rod hardware in your Big Block Chevrolet engine with the ARP High-Performance Wave-Loc Rod Bolt Kit. Designed for select Big Block Chevy connecting rods, these high-strength ARP rod bolts feature ARP's Wave-Loc design for secure positioning within the connecting rod and dependable rod cap retention in high-performance, racing and engine rebuild applications.

ARP part number 135-6401 is officially identified as the Big Block Chevy High-Performance Wave-Loc Rod Bolt Kit. ARP's product application database lists 396, 402, 409, 427, 454, 496, 502 and 572 Big Block Chevrolet engine applications. ARP's installation instructions more specifically identify the rod bolt configuration as Chevrolet 454-502 CID V8 with 7/16" diameter rod bolts.

Product Features:

ARP High-Performance Connecting Rod Bolt Kit
Designed for Big Block Chevrolet Engines
Wave-Loc Rod Bolt Design
7/16" Diameter Rod Bolt Application
Press-Fit Rod Bolt Installation
High-Strength ARP Fastener Construction
Designed for Connecting Rod and Rod Cap Retention
ARP Recommends the Stretch Method for Installation
Suitable for Performance Engine Builds and Rebuilds
Ideal for Street, High-Performance and Racing Applications

Specifications:

Manufacturer	ARP (Automotive Racing Products)
Part Number	135-6401
Product Type	Connecting Rod Bolt Kit
Fastener Type	Rod Bolt
Rod Bolt Design	Wave-Loc
Rod Bolt Diameter	7/16"
Installation Type	Press Fit
Recommended Bolt Stretch	0.0060" - 0.0065"
Torque If Stretch Gauge Is Unavailable	80 ft-lbs with ARP Ultra-Torque
Engine Family	Chevrolet Big Block
Fastener Location	Connecting Rod

ARP Engine Applications:

Chevrolet - Generic - Big Block
Chevrolet - Big Block - 396
Chevrolet - Big Block - 402
Chevrolet - Big Block - 409
Chevrolet - Big Block - 427
Chevrolet - Big Block - 454
Chevrolet - Big Block - 496
Chevrolet - Big Block - 502
Chevrolet - Big Block - 572
Chevrolet - Big Block - Generic

Fitment Notes:

ARP's official product page lists 396, 402, 409, 427, 454, 496, 502 and 572 Big Block Chevrolet engine applications.
ARP also lists generic Chevrolet Big Block applications.
ARP's installation instructions specifically identify 135-6401 for Chevrolet 454-502 CID V8 applications using 7/16" diameter rod bolts.
Features ARP's high-performance Wave-Loc rod bolt design.
Uses a press-fit installation into the connecting rods.
ARP recommends using the stretch method when tightening the rod bolts.
Recommended rod bolt stretch is 0.0060" to 0.0065".
If a stretch gauge is unavailable, ARP specifies 80 ft-lbs using ARP Ultra-Torque Fastener Assembly Lubricant.
ARP notes that the factory rod cap spot face may require resurfacing so the nuts sit flat without interfering with the cap radius.
ARP specifies that the connecting rods should always be resized after new rod bolts are installed.
Verify that the connecting rods use the required 7/16" rod bolt configuration before installation.