The company has only developed the rods as drop-in replacements for 5.3- and 6.2-liter LS V8 engines from General Motors thus far. In its own testing, Transcend says it was able to tune the 5.3 to ...

First-Ever Two-Piece Connecting Rod Is Intriguing Piece of Tech. The technology comes from a company called the Transcend Energy Group, and it will be on display at SEMA next week.

In the company’s own testing, a Thunder Rod-equipped 5.3-liter V-8 was reportedly able to match the torque output of a stock 6.2-liter V-8 in the ever important 1500 - 3500 RPM range.

Rod and Custom investigates the positives of using a two piece drive shaft and when this technology is necessary for your hot rod or custom car - Rod and Custom Magazine ...

The Tharsis EVO Handlebar and Stem allow for internal routing if needed.

The technology comes from a company called the Transcend Energy Group, and it will be on display at SEMA next week.