NTIMD8

iTrader: (17)

Hey guys,
For those running a TSP 228R cam and TSP Stage 2.5 PRC 5.3 Heads (59cc) and stock thickness head gaskets. What length pushrod did you end up using?

-Thnx

Exidous

iTrader: (11)

7.425" however I strongly recommend you buy the length checker from Jegs for $12.00 just to be sure. A 7.4" will probably work fine but it will be noisy due to low preload on the lifters.

2000RDT/A

thats odd i ran that setup but wound up with 7.325 pushrods to get a .070 preload. id suggest checking

Exidous

iTrader: (11)

You running LS7 lifters maybe? Either way thats why I now measure. :-)

02_ramair_ta

iTrader: (35)

ALWAYS check... someone might have shims under thier rockers, running different lifters, shorter or longer stemmed valves ect.. not checking YOUR needs is a dumb mistake...

NTIMD8

iTrader: (17)

That is kind of the point to this thread. I want to see how much variance there is between what people are running for a pushrod length with the same basic set-up mentioned above.

01ssreda4

iTrader: (96)

You MUST measure, there is no other intelligent option.

z99ls1

iTrader: (12)

You guys are saying check your pushrod length to make sure its right. So what is the best pushrod length for the 228r?

Exidous

iTrader: (11)

They are saying install everything minus the pushrods and measure for yourself.

Jon@Texas-Speed

iTrader: (18)

Everything else being stock a 7.400" is usually the one. However, with the heads they could be milled or maybe you're putting different lifters in which all changes the length. You are better off to measure before purchasing to ensure you get the correct length in the motor. The tool is $19.95 so it's not like it costs a lot to make sure it is right. We have them on the shelf if you need one!

Jon

Jonnie Bravo

iTrader: (3)

Someone should also go through the two different ways of checking length after he gets the checker and there should be a sticky put up.

Giddswat

iTrader: (13)

7.325 pushrods