[FriendlyTurkey]

Have you guys measured the run out of the big and small end of an eagle rod? The quality control and tolerances of the cheaper rods leaves much to be desired. Pauter rods do have better tolerances, surface finish quality, ect. To do it properly, you really need to have your machinist true the eagle rods to fix these issues. If you choose to not do this, well its a crap shoot. These are just my opinions though. Many people have been successful with eagles and other chinese manufactured rods.

It does look like eagle has corrected their issue with 5/16 fasteners that created a lot of issues a few years back. The 3/8 ARP 2000 fasteners will get the job done. I would simply size the big and small end, as well as check the weight on your set.