S54 track car - what rod bearings?

[timsen]

I finally pulled the trigger on a 2002 S54 for my E36 track car.
First thing I want to is replacing the rod bearings. As it's a <2003 with M11 bolts, I'm planning to re-use the existing bolts. For the bearings, I'm planning to get the BE-Clevite Rod Bearing Set.
Is any of that a bad idea as it's a track car? I.e. should I replace the bolts or get coated bearings (like VAC) instead?

Thanks,
Tim

[golgo13]

I'm going with ACL uncoated. Plenty of track cars use them without issue but buy whatever helps you sleep at night.

[jonb94118]

I used these https://store.langracing.com/acl-rod...mw-e46-m3-s54/
Lang seems to know what they are doing along with a few other builders who recommended the same. Good price as well. Give them a call maybe as they were very helpful when I was deciding the same.

[MPWRCPE]

I used WPC treated stock bearings, but looking at the price now @Lang holy cow! Install ARP bolts so you can reuse them.

[John in Houston]

I did VAC Coated with ARP bolts (reusable). Vanos updates (oil-pump, seals ,etc.). Installed the chain guides (all but that big-ass aluminum one). Several other "while I'm in there" parts.