ARP 12pt Hardware Kit

3/8˝-24 SAE Bolt Kit for Automotive, Marine, and Trailer Applications

Part #: 744-2000

Overview

The ARP 12pt Hardware Kit is a premium-quality fastener solution designed for automotive enthusiasts, builders, and professionals who demand the highest standards in strength, durability, and reliability. Whether you're assembling engine components, securing chassis parts, or working on marine or trailer projects, this kit provides the robust hardware necessary to ensure a secure and lasting connection.

Manufactured by ARP, a recognized leader in high-performance fasteners, this kit features specially heat-treated chromoly bolts that are engineered to withstand demanding conditions. Ideal for applications where safety and strength are paramount, these fasteners help support your vehicle’s performance and integrity, whether on the street, track, or off-road.

Key Features

Designed with precision and quality in mind, the ARP 12pt Hardware Kit offers several notable features:

• Premium Material: Made from ARP’s proprietary 8740 chromoly steel, these fasteners provide exceptional tensile strength and durability, rated at 180,000 psi, offering a significant safety margin over standard Grade 8 hardware.
• Heat Treatment: The fasteners are carefully heat-treated to optimize strength and fatigue resistance, ensuring reliable performance under high-stress conditions.
• Black Oxide Finish: The black oxide coating not only enhances corrosion resistance but also provides a sleek, professional appearance suitable for both performance and restoration projects.
• Versatile Thread Size: The 3/8˝-24 SAE thread size is compatible with a wide range of automotive and industrial applications, making this kit highly adaptable.
• Variety of Options: Available in multiple head styles and configurations, allowing you to select the best fastener for your specific needs.
• Precision Manufacturing: ARP fasteners are manufactured with tight tolerances to ensure proper fitment and ease of installation, reducing the risk of stripping or cross-threading.
• Safety Margin: The high tensile strength provides an extra margin of safety, especially important in critical applications such as engine assembly, suspension, or structural components.
• Application Versatility: Suitable for use in cars, boats, trailers, and other machinery where high-strength fasteners are required.

Construction & Design

The ARP 12pt Hardware Kit features fasteners crafted from ARP’s renowned 8740 chromoly steel, a material celebrated for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and toughness. Each bolt is precision-machined to exact specifications, ensuring consistent quality and fitment. The heat treatment process enhances the material’s fatigue life, allowing these fasteners to perform reliably over many cycles of use.

The black oxide finish not only provides corrosion resistance but also reduces glare and adds a professional appearance suitable for high-performance builds. The 12-point (12pt) head design allows for better torque application and easier installation in tight spaces, making these bolts a preferred choice for custom and OEM applications alike.

Performance & Reliability

With a tensile strength rated at 180,000 psi, these ARP bolts offer a substantial safety margin over standard hardware, supporting increased loads and stresses encountered during spirited driving, racing, or off-road adventures. Their superior material and manufacturing quality help prevent failure, ensuring your vehicle remains secure and dependable under demanding conditions.

Installation & Fitment

The ARP 12pt Hardware Kit is designed for straightforward, bolt-on installation. The precise thread size of 3/8˝-24 SAE ensures compatibility with a wide range of components. No special tools or modifications are typically required, and the fasteners can be installed using standard hand tools. Always follow torque specifications recommended for your application to ensure optimal safety and performance.

• Easy to install with common hand tools
• No cutting, drilling, or special modifications needed
• Suitable for automotive, marine, and trailer use

What's Included

• Complete set of high-strength 3/8˝-24 SAE bolts in the selected head style
• All necessary hardware for installation
• Instruction sheet (if applicable)

Ideal For

• Automotive enthusiasts performing engine or chassis assembly
• Marine applications requiring corrosion-resistant fasteners
• Trailer and equipment builders seeking reliable, high-strength hardware
• Professional mechanics and DIYers demanding quality and safety

Emissions Note

This product is designed for use in applications where high-performance fasteners are required. It is not specifically certified for emissions compliance and is intended for off-road, racing, or recreational use only. Always verify legal requirements for your region before installation.