Anyone using 3/8" Pushrods?

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Feb 29, 2004 | 08:18 PM

michael101

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Anyone using 3/8" Pushrods?

I have to order an odd length pushrod for my setup. I've found what I need, but it's in 3/8" instead of 5/16". I know the hole in the heads is 0.43 so it would fit.....but would it work?

Feb 29, 2004 | 09:45 PM

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Probably will depend on what other parts you are using with the valve train. Which rockers are you planning to use?

Mar 1, 2004 | 07:19 AM

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I have to order an odd length pushrod for my setup. I've found what I need, but it's in 3/8" instead of 5/16". I know the hole in the heads is 0.43 so it would fit.....but would it work?

3/8 " are much stiffer than 5/16" of same wall thickness, and are used on aggressive/high lift/high rpm engines. If you make sure it clears everything it should work, but I'm surprised you can't find a 5/16" of the correct length. What length do you need?

Mar 1, 2004 | 07:31 AM

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I need 7.675 length. My heads are the LS6 style with Crane dual springs. I am setting up the stock rockers until I can afford to go to adj. shaft mount. I can get custom rods made, but it would be easier to order a stock item. I haven't found anyone with this length in the 5/16".