MGP Connecting Rods, an innovative industry leader, has partnered with Small Tire Pro Stock as a class sponsor.
The company, which is based in Lakewood, New Jersey and part of Race Winning Brands, specializes in billet aluminum connecting rods for a variety of domestic and import applications.
Seasoned MGP Connecting Rods sales specialists ensure that enthusiasts and engine builders around the world select the right MGP Connecting Rods for their drag racing, boat racing, tractor pulling, drag and drive and other programs. Among the sales specialists is Small Tire Pro Stock racer Wayne Roberts, who has driven his Buick GSX to 7-second passes with a DRCE II engine built by fellow class sponsor BES Racing Engines and boasting MGP Connecting Rods.
“We make lightweight aluminum connecting rods for all horsepower and rpm levels, and when I talk with a customer, I ask about their combination, and I ask for its bob weight, its rpm range and other details that will help us spec connecting rods for them,” said Roberts, who also works with customers in the MGP Connecting Rods display at the annual Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis, Indiana. “A lot goes into it, and we want to be sure we get our customers exactly what they need.”
As part of the partnership between MGP Connecting Rods and Small Tire Pro Stock, all Small Tire Pro Stock racers will be eligible to enter a drawing to win a free set of custom MGP Connecting Rods at the next Small Tire Pro Stock race, which is part of the Nostalgia Drag Racing League Hot Rod Nationals presented by Ray Skillman Auto Group, July 10-11, 2026 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
“MGP Connecting Rods are used by some of the most accomplished competitors,” said Michigan-based Roberts. “One of the things they like most about our rods is how we do an extra polish, which reduces stress on the outside of the rods, and removes machine marks and sharpness on the corners.”
For more information about MGP Connecting Rods, contact Roberts at 719-922-6148 or wroberts@rwbteam.com, or visit www.mgpconnectingrods.com. For more information about Small Tire Pro Stock, visit Facebook.com/SmallTireProStock.
