Description Reviews MINI OEM Rod Bolts for all Gen 2 Mini Coopers. Fits all N12, N14, N16, & N18 motors. The R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61, MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S. Sold as a set of 2, rod bolts should always be replaced as a pair. The OEM bolts are one time use only. We highly recommend using the ARP Rod Bolts. Note: You will need a 12 point 9mm socket & 3/8 drive torque wrench. 1 Review 5 Piston rod bolts for Mini N12 engine Posted by Keith Wagoner on 26th Jun 2025 These are a great replacement. You need an 8mm 12 point socket to install. I wish they put the torque specs in the product description because that information is hard to find with MANY wrong answers on the internet. Phase 1-5NM, Phase 2-15NM, Phase 3-130 degrees.
5 Piston rod bolts for Mini N12 engine Posted by Keith Wagoner on 26th Jun 2025 These are a great replacement. You need an 8mm 12 point socket to install. I wish they put the torque specs in the product description because that information is hard to find with MANY wrong answers on the internet. Phase 1-5NM, Phase 2-15NM, Phase 3-130 degrees.