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Old 01-12-2011, 06:39 PM
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like i said i need some push rods price is not an issue since they are relatively cheap what are some options. the reason i ask is because i do not want to have to replace them what is the best set on the market?
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Manton pushrods when only the best will do.
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Originally Posted by little_chewy_69
like i said i need some push rods price is not an issue since they are relatively cheap what are some options. the reason i ask is because i do not want to have to replace them what is the best set on the market?
3/8" .120 wall 7.400 be overkill for sure.
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will PRC 5.3L heads accept 3/8" pushrods?
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Originally Posted by little_chewy_69
will PRC 5.3L heads accept 3/8" pushrods?
Most do, but I would call TSP and ask.
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I have had good luck with Smith Brothers. You need to tell them spring pressures and they will set you up. Mine were 5/16", .083 wall.
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ive used texas-speed chromeoly pushrods for years with good luck
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Trend double taper here. Trend makes the pushrods for Comp. Please define what you mean by "best".


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