run a uk 2000 engine at 385bhp.. no issue.. not something I would recommend on every engine but if the rods were an issue it would have happened then.. although the main killer of rods is torque at lower RPM and probably get most rpm/torque with a 300ish bhp size turbo..
Not seen or heard (yes they would different in detcans) an sti3~6 engine without forged pistons...
Simon
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