Few Q's about Rod and Main bolts

[S13NismoStyle]

Hi, I searched about this and found a thread from a couple of months back that did not explain very much. I am using stock rods and cp pistons in my s13 sr20det. Looking to make 400whp with a 3076r and it will see occasional high boost (25psi).

First of all, Can I reuse the stock rod bolts and main bolts. I have read mixed things about this and want to know from people that have first hand experience.

More than likely, I will purchase new rod bolts seeing as the don't cost very much and it's definitely worth the peace of mind. Should I go with OEM bolts? Where would I get them? I have found 2 different part # that say they are for OEM connection rod bolts. Has anyone ordered any before and what pn did you use?

Or should I go with ARP. I have read that these can cause the rod to get out of round. Is there any truth to this?

I am kind of clueless when it comes to mains. I have read that the arp can distort the block and that I should possibly use GTIR mains. If I could get away with reusing the stock ones, I'd like to.

This is my first build and I've been trying to research as much as I can. I just want some clearification from more experienced people.

Thanks in advance.

[Jonnie Fraz]

I will say this...Buy new rod bolts for sure. Real bad things happen when a rod bolts break. Your newly built motor becomes your new boat anchor.

[S13NismoStyle]

Thanks for the response. I pretty much figured id be buying new rod bolts. Would you recommend OEM bolts over ARP?

What about the main bolts?

thanks

[S13NismoStyle]

I'm just going to buy all new hardware.

Can anyone verify that RNN14 GTI-R maincap bolts are interchangeable with S13 Sr20det maincap bolts.

I thought that I read some where that they were and that they were stronger than the stock hardware.

Thanks