Alpha Series Rods are forged from select 4340 chromoly steel and feature an H-beam design, resulting in the ultimate strength-to-weight ratio. 4340 chromoly is one of the strongest materials available, however, not all 4340 chromoly is the same. As such, Skunk2 relies on extensive material testing and works closely with its foundry to produce high-quality rods at an affordable price. Comprehensive heat-treating, tempering, and shot-peening processes together ensure that each Alpha Series Rod remains consistent and strong. Finally, each rod is magna-fluxed to ensure integrity and that each process has been completed thoroughly and according to Skunk2's rigid specifications. Skunk2's engineers spent nearly three years developing and testing its H-beam rod design. The results are one of the strongest beam configurations available, capable of handling more than 900 hp. Engineers made use of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to determine high-stress points and implemented features to reduce wear and increase strength. Skunk2's straight design distributes stress across a larger area when compared to tapered rods, providing additional support where necessary. Alpha Series Rods are manufactured from two-piece forgings, resulting in optimal grain orientation along the rod cap for increased strength. By orienting the metal's grain in the direction of stress along the rod cap, perpendicular to the stress exerted along the beam, strength is significantly increased. Skunk2's two-piece forgings provide a precision-tight fit between the rod's cap and its beam without resorting to the brittle materials required by other processes. Alpha Series Rods also feature dual oil passages at their pin ends, providing additional lubrication and cooling, which leads to an even stronger, more durable rod. Unlike other designs, Skunk2's carefully positioned, offset oil passages help deliver lubrication around the entire wrist pin, during each phase of the engine cycle.
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Great Service very knowledgeable staff, my ram is running perfect
Steve Rooney
This company lies to you. Ordered a 02 sensor from APPD for my C7 Vette. Paid the highest possible courier service for the fastest possible shipping from Newcastle to France. I needed the part urgently. Ordered at the weekend and called them Monday to confirm all was in hand and explained the part was required urgently. Response from APPD yes we've recieved the order and will ship as soon as its been processed. Called every day for the next 7 days to be told yes its been shipped and this is the shipping number. Turned out it took them till Friday ..5 days later to post it and then the package lay at the courier another week or so. APPD lied to me throughout this whole transaction. The package cleared customs in 2 days and should have been with me in just over week and not over 4 weeks. APPD offereed the postage refunded after I had to start a PAYPAL dispute.. This should have been a straight forward simple part delivery.When it goes wrong you shouldn't lie to your customer. A serious compay would refund the customer not try to fuzz the truth and blame everyone else. I refused the postage delivery refund so you can buy some honesty pills and discuss with your team how to avoid more negative service feedback. If your thinking of ordering parts from APPD scroll on and find another supplier. You dont need or want the hassle of dealing with these people.
wade Patout
Over a month waiting on parts and all I get is it will scan soon week after week. Reordered from US so I could finish build and same parts arrived in one week. Waiting to see if they will refund??
Gareth weare
placed an order for parts 13th of feb, all listed in stock, got shipping update for label created on the 16th of feb. I have still not received what I ordered and paid for, no updates. I have been getting the same generic answer "order will be fulfilled today" for nearly 2 months now when trying to enquire. Quite disappointing as I have been unable to finish off my car due to waiting on the final fuel system parts for over 2 months now.
PHILIP HYDE
I initially ordered the wrong part but managed to change the order before it was sent out. Lovely product Really well made.
Chris Impey
Made my first purchase with these guys, very helpful and quick replies to my questions.
Delivery was very quick, will be using again
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Julian Boulter
Brilliant communication, bought parts very difficult to source in the UK, this was the only supplier who managed to get them for me...top service!!!