Carrillo

Carrillo for Porsche

Carrillo Connecting rods were founded by Fred Carrillo in 1963. Fred approached the challenges of manufacturing with the idea of no compromise. He knew the never ending quest for speed would require the same desire in component manufacturing. This Carrillo philosophy is as evident today as it was at Carrillo’s conception in 1963.Quality and pride go hand-in-hand at CP-Carrillo. Manufacturing a CP-Carrillo Porsche rod is much more than cutting and forging, meeting production goals and shipping deadlines. The design of the Porsche connecting rods has evolved into a collaboration of skilled specialists. Every connecting rod is a symphony of precision: material specialist, forging precision, production craftsman, design engineers and engine specialists each contribute know-how and artistry.

A Quick Look at Carrillo

Carrillo information on this page is based on details supplied by the manufacturer or distributor, plus any OE references provided with the parts.

Choosing the Right Fit for Your Porsche

Where Carrillo is listed for Porsche, use the supplied model coverage and OE references to confirm suitability. Check details that commonly affect fitment such as model year, side/position, and connector type where relevant.

• Typical reasons to choose these components include planning higher-revving or higher-load Porsche engine builds and looking for stronger, more reliable internals during a rebuild.
• Common triggers for inspection or upgrade are bearing wear signs, knock under load, oil pressure concerns, fatigue risk in high-mileage engines, or evidence of oil starvation or detonation.
• Before committing to major engine work, carry out compression and leak-down tests, bore inspection, and oil/filter checks so you understand the true condition of the engine.
• Work with a reputable engine builder, ensure correct clearances, and consider balancing/machining where required for performance applications.
• For tuning work, confirm there are no underlying mechanical faults, boost or vacuum leaks, and that fueling, cooling, and oiling systems are healthy before calibration changes.
• Document key build specs and clearances so any future diagnostics or upgrades can be based on known data.

Browse by Category

If you already know the area you are working on, start with the category and then filter by Porsche model. Where real-world symptoms and typical reasons to replace are provided, use them to keep the wording grounded.

Engine Rebuild Parts — Engine rebuild parts are typically changed during a planned rebuild or when symptoms point to internal wear such as loss of compression, excessive oil consumption, persistent leaks, or abnormal noises. Where the engine is already apart, owners and builders often replace bearings, chains, guides, seals, fasteners, and gaskets together to improve reliability and reduce the chance of future strip-downs.Common checks before a rebuild include compression and leak-down testing, bore inspection with a scope, and careful examination of the oil and filter for debris.

Engine Cylinders / Liners / Pistons — Cylinders, liners, and pistons are replaced when wear, scoring, or damage prevents proper sealing and reliable performance. This is common in engines with low compression, high oil consumption, piston slap noises, or a history of overheating or detonation. Upgrades may also be chosen to change displacement or improve durability with stronger materials and coatings.When planning this work, ensure piston and cylinder sets are correctly matched and pay attention to ring choice, oiling system health, and cooling performance.

Connecting Rod — Connecting rods are renewed when they are bent, cracked, out of specification, or when upgrading for higher RPM and cylinder pressures. In Porsche engines this often follows bearing issues, oil starvation events, or over-revs. Builders may move to stronger rods or upgraded bolts to reduce fatigue risk and support more demanding use.Inspect rods for big-end bore ovality, bolt stretch, heat discolouration, and debris in the oil as part of a thorough bottom-end assessment.

Engine Tuning — Engine tuning components and calibration changes are used to improve drivability, throttle response, and power, or to support hardware changes such as intake, exhaust, cams, or forced induction. On Porsche engines, tuning is usually carried out once mechanical health is confirmed, as mapping cannot compensate for worn or damaged internals.Before tuning, check compression and leak-down results, verify sensor data, and ensure there are no boost or vacuum leaks so that any calibration changes are built on a solid mechanical baseline.

CP Carrillo Connecting Rods — CP Carrillo connecting rods are selected for high-output or high-RPM Porsche builds where rod strength and fastener quality are particularly important. Owners often upgrade rods alongside forged pistons and improved oil control to create a stronger rotating assembly with greater safety margins under high load.During planning, allow for balancing work, suitable bearings and bolts, and oiling system checks so the upgraded rods can operate reliably in demanding conditions.

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