{"product_id":"b38-rod-bearing-kit","title":"B38 High-Performance Rod Bearing \u0026 Rod Bolt Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eThe BMW B38 engine is known for reliability but also has a well-documented weakness: \u003cstrong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"370\"\u003erod bearing wear and failure\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our \u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e5150 AutoSport High-Performance Rod Bearing Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed specifically for the B38, providing a complete solution to replace the factory connecting rod bearings and bolts with superior aftermarket components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eCalico-Coated Rod Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e reduce friction, resist spinning, and protect during cold starts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eARP Connecting Rod Bolts\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eARP Assembly Lubricant\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eInstallation Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eUnlike OEM bearings, our \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eCalico-coated bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver anti-friction and thermal-resistant protection, proven to withstand the demands of turbocharged, high-compression, and high-RPM B38 applications. Whether your B38 is powering a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eBMW i8, 118i, 218i, or MINI Cooper\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit prevents common failures like \u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003espun rod bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e—a costly and all-too-familiar issue for B38 owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits for BMW \u0026amp; Mini B38 Engines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eSuperior protection against \u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eoil starvation and cold-start wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eThermal-resistant coating for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eforced induction and tuned applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eReduces risk of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eengine failure and downtime\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eTrusted by high-performance builders and daily drivers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eFor anyone rebuilding or maintaining a B38 engine, this kit provides confidence, durability, and performance far beyond factory parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eTech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eAlways verify tolerances and dimensions before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eProfessional installation is strongly recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eEngine bearings are non-returnable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"5150 AutoSport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52464918724915,"sku":"5150-HPRBK-B38","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/3827\/3587\/files\/BMW-B38-Rod-Bearing-Set.webp?v=1759327228","url":"https:\/\/5150autosport.com\/ar\/products\/b38-rod-bearing-kit","provider":"5150 AutoSport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}