When upgrading rod bolts in my E46 M3 to ARP, a stretch gauge is needed. I show you how to use it and why it's used.

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I did run into a slight problem with the ARP bolts, (totally my fault) I had to adjust the video in order to still provide you the information on the stretch gauge. I did send an oil sample to Blackstone laboratories and the results showed mostly normal levels, the iron showed slightly above average. No signs of excessive bearing wear. I hope you enjoy the video, Thank you for watching!

Tools and parts used in this video:
ARP Stretch Gauge: https://bit.ly/3KcZOri
BE Bearings: https://bit.ly/3ESsCUN
ARP Rod bolts (M11 bolt size S54 up to 2/03 production): https://bit.ly/38qLazF
ARP Rod bolts (M10 bolt size S54 as of 2/03 production): https://bit.ly/3OxItNf
Oil Pan Gasket: https://bit.ly/3Khep4T
Engine Mounts: https://bit.ly/3xSBloL
Oil Filter: https://bit.ly/3kdSbGr
Engine Oil (you'll need 6 liters): https://bit.ly/3vDUVCc

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