Product Description
ARC stock length billet rod with bearing inserts for the Harbor Freight Predator 212cc engine. Fits both the Hemi and Non-Hemi versions. 3.308" center-to-center for a 1.188" rod journal and .709" wrist pin. Stock OEM length for use with the stock crankshaft and stock style (dished or flat top) piston in modified engines. Built from domestic 7075-T651 aircraft grade aluminum. Uses ARC's custom manufactured bearing inserts and ARP rod bolts manufactured specifically for ARC. Our rods have the only forced oiling scoop dipper rods available for these engines providing superior lubrication at the bearing journal.
Rod bolt torque: 170 Inch/lbs lubricated
***Will Not fit the Honda Gx200, Clone 196cc, Predator Ghost 212 and Predator 224 cranks***
Installation Instructions:
To install your ARC rod you will need a 12 point 1/4" socket and a QUALITY inch pound torque wrench. You will need an outside micrometer, dial bore gauge or plasti gauge, and motor oil.
Measure the crank pin diameter with the outside mic, it should measure 1.188-1.1875". Measure in several spots to insure roundness. If larger than 1.188", crank journal should be polished down to spec. If journal is out of round more than .0005" it probably should be replaced. The crank pin finish should be smooth to the touch.
When disassembling the rod notice on the side of the rod with the part number there are two dots next to the separation point of the beam and cap (some older rods don't have dots). These dots help to re-orientate the cap and beam when assembled. The side of the rod with the part number engraved will always face the side cover, and all oiling holes in the rod will face the cam.
Make sure the bearing and rod serrations are clean. Install the bearings by lining up the tangs on the bearing with the cut outs on the rod. Lubricate the rod bolt threads with straight motor oil and hand tighten the bolts. Using the torque wrench and 12 point 1/4" socket tighten the bolts to 60" Inch/lbs. Alternate each side to increase the torque by 20" lbs at a time until you reach 150" Inch/lbs. This helps seat the rod bearing especially on a new rod. Measure the bore with your dial bore gauge opposite the parting lines. If using plasti gauge you will have to install the rod on the crank and use in accordance the plasti gauge instructions.
The rod bore should measure 1.191" +/.0005". With plasti gauge you are looking for about .003" total oil clearance. From .0025-.0035" clearance is acceptable. Anything outside that dimension please call 800-521-3560 for recommendation.
Once clearance is set apply motor oil to rod bolts, bearings, crank journal, and wrist pin. Then install.
Do Not use sticky automotive assembly lube, always use the oil you plan to run in the engine as assembly lube for all internal parts.
Final rod bolt torque is 170"Inch/lbs.
Improperly torqueing rod bolts is one of the most common causes of rod failure.
Refer to instructions shipped with all rods and the video below for more detailed instructions.
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Very Satisfied
What a beautiful piece, the machining is second to none. Now I have piece of mind when revving out. The included instructions were very thorough, and I couldn't be happier guys. Bryan Norris if you knew how to read, you would have seen the ad referencing the 12 point bolts in the first line of the installation instructions.
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Great stock replacement for predators
Makes it so you can safely turn your engine high rpm
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Excellent product. Very fast shipping. Wonderful Company.
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6354 Connecting Rod
The heart of our racing motors, we would not build any of our motors without using this rod!
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Predator rod
Great product and fit!
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You know the rod is good but
Whoever decided that torx head bolts were a good idea is a fucking moron. So now I have to wait until I can get my tools from work to finish my 212 because ARC just couldn’t use a standard hex head bolt..
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Impressive machine work.
Some of the best machine work on a piece I have seen in 40 years of professional racing.
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Predator Build 212 Hemi
Used ARC billet flywheel and connecting rod for my Predator build for mini bike, 22 pound valve springs and ARC push rods, Mod 2 cam. All I can say rite now is that I'm very impressed with the power and performance of this small engine Thank you ARC Bruce
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Great quality product. Love how they pay attention to detail.