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Connecting Rods from Sears Keep you Cranking

Every transmission needs to receive power. In most cases, power is delivered by a crankshaft, which is forwarding power it received from a piston. The critical engine component responsible for transferring this power from pistons to crankshafts is what we call the connecting rod. This mechanism is central to the operation of combustion engines, so when a connecting rod fails, an engine doesn't just merely malfunction; it suffers catastrophic damage and is rendered irreparable. Most of the time, connecting rods hold up under normal driving conditions thanks to very high quality control standards during manufacturing, namely through the methods and materials used.

Most standard engines use a connecting rod made from cast steel, which is capable of withstanding immense amounts of pressure and is the least expensive type of rod to manufacture. Higher performance engines are often equipped with connecting rods made from forged steel, which is more durable than cast steel but comes with a higher price tag. Aluminum rods are also used in high performance engines as aluminum weighs less and absorbs shock better, but it is the least durable. A more recent trend that could see some long-term traction in connecting rod manufacturing, due to its sturdiness and affordability, is the use of the powdered metal rod.

In addition to the type of material used, manufacturers put much care into reinforcing and protecting internal connecting rods to ensure long-lasting dependability. Sears recognizes the crucial importance behind choosing the highest quality auto parts for your engine, and we wish to earn your trust by offering connecting rod components from the leaders in auto parts manufacturing. Browse our inventory for tie rod ends and tie rod assemblies from top brands, such as MOOG, ACDelco, Quick Steer and Deeza. And if you need to broaden the focus of your engine repair project, check out our huge selection of internal pistons and crankshafts, too. Sears is your one-stop-shop when you need auto parts in a pinch.