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Old Nov 3, 2014 | 04:30 PM
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Ok what is the strongest pushrod I can run? Stock ly6 with cam/springs ls7 rockers .measured with comp cam checker got 7.350 1.5 turns to 22 ft lbs after zero lash. Was thinking 5/16 .105 wall will 3/8 fit? First ls build and there are so many choices any help is apprec thanks
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You'll have to get the heads clearanced for 3/8 pushrods. Depending on lobes you can get a basic 5/16s instead.
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You can get Manton 11/32 pushrods, but they take their measurements a little differently, so make sure you give them the correct numbers.

The Trend 3/8 pushrods didn't require any clearancing on my LS3 heads.
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The Trend 3/8 pushrods didn't require any clearancing on my LS3 heads.
Maybe LS3 heads are different, I know when I sent in my 243s to AI they asked whether or not I wanted mine done for 3/8 pushrods while they performed the other work.
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Not knowing for sure I just went ahead and ordered the Manton 11/32" pushrods for my motor.
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If I find that 3/8 pushrods will fit , will they work with ls7 lifters and stock rockers?
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Originally Posted by jimmyg
If I find that 3/8 pushrods will fit , will they work with ls7 lifters and stock rockers?
Sure. Just make sure you have the right length.
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Old Nov 17, 2014 | 06:23 PM
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Went with Brian tooley 3/8 push rods they fit fine after measuring several times they ended up 7.4
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