ARP 206-6008 Connecting Rod Bolt Kit for 2002-2006 Mini Cooper S 1.6L

Vehicle Fitment

• 2002-2006 Mini Cooper S (R53) 1.6L I4 Supercharged
• 2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) 1.6L I4
• 2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R52) 1.6L I4 Convertible

Features

• High-performance ARP 206-6008 rod bolt kit
• Manufactured from premium 8740 chromoly steel
• Heat-treated for enhanced tensile strength up to 200,000 psi
• Precision CNC-machined for exacting specifications
• Designed for both naturally aspirated and supercharged 1.6L engines
• Compatible with OEM connecting rods
• 12-point socket design for improved torque application
• Ideal for performance builds requiring reliable rod fasteners

Specifications

• Material: 8740 chromoly steel
• Socket Size: 3/8" 12-point
• Thread Size: M8
• Underhead Length: 43mm
• Torque Rating: Up to 200,000 psi tensile strength
• Fitment: OEM connecting rods (interference range of .001" to .005")

Included Components

• 8x ARP 206-6008 rod bolts
• Installation instructions

Product Description

The ARP 206-6008 Connecting Rod Bolt Kit is engineered to provide superior strength and reliability for the 2002-2006 Mini Cooper S (R53), Cooper (R50), and Cooper Convertible (R52) equipped with the 1.6L I4 engine. Constructed from premium 8740 chromoly steel and heat-treated to achieve a tensile strength of up to 200,000 psi, these bolts offer nearly five times the reliability of OEM fasteners.

Designed for both naturally aspirated and supercharged applications, the ARP 206-6008 kit ensures a snug fit with OEM connecting rods, accommodating variations in factory rod bolt hole tolerances. The 12-point socket design facilitates precise torque application, making them suitable for performance builds that demand dependable rod fasteners.

Please note: Fitment confirmed through 2024. 2025 coverage unconfirmed at time of listing.