{"product_id":"420-2174-25-connecting-rod-kit-for-can-am-defender-hd8-2016-2018","title":"420-2174-25 Connecting Rod Kit for Can-Am Defender HD8 2016-2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eConnecting Rod Kit for Can-Am\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis connecting rod kit is a direct replacement for the crankshaft connecting rod in Can-Am Defender HD8 engines, cross-referenced to OEM 420-2174-25.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis connecting rod kit for Can-Am is built to replace a worn or damaged rod in the Defender HD8 engine. It carries the piston's combustion force to the crankshaft, keeping the rotating assembly running true. It suits riders and mechanics doing a top or bottom end rebuild on a 2016-2018 Defender HD8.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references OEM part number 420-2174-25 for a direct fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel rod construction for strength under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined bearing surfaces for smooth rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes rod, bearing inserts, and wrist pin hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced for consistent crankshaft operation at high RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Can-Am Defender HD8 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Can-Am Defender HD8 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Can-Am Defender HD8 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop and bottom end engine rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a rod damaged by oil starvation or over-revving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring compression and smooth crankshaft rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkshop service on Defender HD8 utility machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e420-2174-25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnecting Rod Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan-Am Defender HD8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this kit include the bearing and pin? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this connecting rod kit ships with the rod, bearing inserts, and wrist pin hardware for a complete replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need to measure clearances before installing? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always check rod bearing clearance during assembly to confirm it falls within the engine service specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51146726113366,"sku":"OO1C27203","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_ce7278cc-6acd-4132-9d51-ba3f841fb480.jpg?v=1794503125","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/420-2174-25-connecting-rod-kit-for-can-am-defender-hd8-2016-2018","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}