Description
Upgrade the weak factory connecting rods in your VW or Audi EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2 2.0T engine with the Integrated Engineering 144x21mm Forged Connecting Rod Set. Engineered for high-horsepower and high-boost applications, these H-beam forged rods are built to handle the demands of upgraded turbochargers, aggressive tuning, and race-level performance while maintaining exceptional durability and reliability.
Manufactured from premium 2-piece vacuum-drawn 4340 chromoly steel forgings, IE connecting rods are precision-machined, heat-treated, and balanced to deliver outstanding strength-to-weight ratio and long-term engine reliability. Designed specifically for EA888 Gen 1 and Gen 2 engines, these rods are optimized using advanced CAD drafting and FEA analysis to withstand extreme cylinder pressures and high RPM operation.
These rods are designed for use with aftermarket 21mm wrist pin pistons and are capable of supporting up to 700 horsepower in high-performance 4-cylinder builds.
Product Features
- 144mm center-to-center length
- Designed for VW & Audi EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2 2.0T engines
- Compatible with aftermarket 21mm wrist pin pistons only
- Forged from high-strength 4340 chromoly steel
- Durable H-beam connecting rod design
- Supports high-horsepower builds up to 700HP
- Includes genuine IE-spec ARP 2000 rod bolts
- Rod bolts feature “IE” stamp for authenticity verification
- Precision honed to extremely tight tolerances
- Multi-stage heat-treated for enhanced fatigue resistance
- Magnaflux inspected for structural integrity
- Balanced within +/- 1 gram per set
- Optimized for high RPM and high boost applications
- Optional rifle drilling for improved wrist pin oiling
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
- Designed specifically for European turbocharged applications
Technical Specifications
- Center to Center Length: 144mm
- Wrist Pin Diameter: 21mm
- Big End Journal Width: 21.90mm
- Wrist Pin Style: Non-Tapered
- Big End Journal Diameter: 50.60mm
- Average Rod Weight with Bolts: 548 grams
- Rod Bolt Dimensions: 3/8" x 1.5" UHL
H-Beam Performance Design
Integrated Engineering H-beam connecting rods are engineered for maximum durability, rigidity, and strength. The H-beam architecture delivers superior resistance against bending and deformation under high cylinder pressures, making these rods ideal for high-performance street cars, track cars, and race builds.
Precision Engineering & Quality Control
Every IE connecting rod set undergoes rigorous quality control procedures to ensure consistent reliability and performance. Each rod is precision-machined and honed in-house using advanced equipment to maintain exact bearing tolerances and perfectly round big-end bores.
Additional attention is given to wrist pin fitment, bearing tang alignment, and side clearance to ensure proper operation in demanding performance environments.
ARP 2000 Rod Bolts Included
This rod set includes genuine IE-spec ARP 2000 rod bolts engineered for high clamping force and durability. The included bolts are specifically designed to withstand extreme engine loads common in high-boost turbocharged applications.
Recommended Torque Specifications
- Final Torque Spec: 50 ft/lbs
- Lubricant Requirement: Included ARP assembly lubricant only
- Recommended Stretch Measurement: .006” bolt stretch
- Do not exceed 50 ft/lbs torque
- Re-torque each bolt 3 times during installation for proper seating
Vehicle Fitment
Audi Fitment
- 2009-2015 Audi A4 (B8/B8.5) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2009-2015 Audi A4 Allroad (B8/B8.5) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2008-2015 Audi A5 (B8/B8.5) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2008-2015 Audi Q5 (8R) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2012-2015 Audi A6 (C7/C7.5) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2008-2015 Audi TT MK2 (8J) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2006-2013 Audi A3 MK2 (8P) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2011-2015 Audi Q3 (8U) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
Volkswagen Fitment
- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI MK5 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2010-2014 Volkswagen GTI MK6 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2010-2014 Volkswagen Jetta & Jetta GLI MK6 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2011-2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen MK6 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2009-2015 Volkswagen CC (3C8) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat (B6) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2006-2015 Volkswagen EOS (1F7) 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- 2011-2015 Volkswagen Beetle MK2 2.0T TSI EA888 Gen 1 & Gen 2
Supported Engine Codes
- CCTA
- CCZA
- CCZB
- CBF
- CBFA
- CAEB
Important Fitment Notes
- Designed for aftermarket 21mm wrist pin pistons only
- Requires factory-style 21mm wrist pin tapered pistons
- Not compatible with stock non-compatible piston configurations
- Professional installation recommended
