Why do I need a raised guide plate for my performance engine?

A raised guide plate helps maintain proper pushrod and rocker arm geometry, especially with aftermarket camshafts that have higher lift. This ensures consistent valve operation and can prevent premature wear on your valvetrain components under high spring pressure.

What is the black oxide finish for?

The black oxide finish on this guide plate is primarily for corrosion resistance, helping to protect the hardened steel from rust and wear. It also gives the part a clean, finished look.

Does this guide plate come with new rocker studs?

This product is for the guide plate only. It is designed to work with 7/16" rocker studs, which are typically purchased separately or may already be installed on your engine.

COMP Cams Raised Guide Plate 4838-1 - Ford 429-460

Name: COMP Cams Guide Plate FF 3/8 Raised
Brand: COMP Cams
Price: 13.95 USD
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COMP Cams Guide Plate FF 3/8 Raised

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COMP Cams Raised Guide Plate FF 3/8 Raised. Fits Ford 429-460 engines with 7/16" studs and 3/8" pushrods, essential for performance builds.

Key Features

Fits Ford 429-460 c.i.d. V8 engines.
Designed for 3/8" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs.
Raised, one-piece, non-adjustable design for precise alignment.
Hardened steel construction with a black oxide finish for durability.
Features rounded contact points to reduce pushrod wear.
Necessary for performance engines with high lift and spring pressure.

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Product Details

If you're working on a Ford 429 or 460 big block, especially for a performance build, this COMP Cams Raised Guide Plate is a necessary piece. It's designed to keep your pushrods properly aligned, which is crucial when you're running higher spring pressures or more aggressive camshaft profiles. This guide plate is a one-piece, non-adjustable design that fits directly onto your engine, ensuring exact stud placement for your 7/16" rocker studs.

This particular guide plate is raised, meaning it helps maintain the correct geometry between your pushrod and rocker arm, especially with aftermarket camshafts that have higher lift. It's made from hardened steel and finished with a black oxide coating, which helps resist corrosion and adds durability. The rounded contact points are also a nice touch, reducing wear on your pushrods. It's a well-built component that's essential for the higher demands of performance engines.

This guide plate is designed to fit a range of Ford and Mercury vehicles from the late 60s through the mid-90s, including popular models like the Ford F-150, LTD, and Mercury Marquis. Make sure you check the fitment details to confirm it's the right part for your specific application.