What is the main benefit of using raised guide plates?

Raised guide plates help maintain proper pushrod alignment, especially in high-performance engines with higher spring pressures or aggressive camshafts. This prevents excessive wear on the pushrods and valve guides.

What size pushrods and rocker studs do these guide plates work with?

These specific COMP Cams guide plates are designed for 3/8" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs.

What is the finish on these guide plates and why is it important?

The guide plates have a hardened steel construction with a black oxide finish. This finish helps resist corrosion and adds to the overall durability of the component, ensuring it holds up under engine conditions.

COMP Cams Guide Plates FF 3/8 Raised 4838-8

Name: COMP Cams Guide Plates FF 3/8 Raised
Brand: COMP Cams
SKU: comp-cams-comp-cams-guide-plates-ff-3-8-raised-t14-4392516
Price: 62.91 USD
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COMP Cams Guide Plates FF 3/8 Raised

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COMP Cams FF 3/8 Raised guide plates for Ford 429-460 engines. Hardened steel with black oxide finish.

Key Features

Fits a wide range of Ford vehicles, including F-150, LTD, and Thunderbird models.
Designed for 3/8" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs.
One-piece, raised design helps maintain pushrod alignment under stress.
Hardened steel construction with a black oxide finish for durability and corrosion resistance.
Features exact stud placement and rounded contact points for smooth operation.
Full set of eight guide plates included for a complete V8 engine.

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Product Details

COMP Cams is well-known for performance valvetrain components, and these FF 3/8 Raised guide plates are a solid option for anyone building a Ford Big Block 429 or 460 engine. These guide plates are essential when you're running higher spring pressures or more aggressive camshaft profiles that put extra stress on the valvetrain. They help ensure your pushrods stay aligned correctly, preventing premature wear and potential damage.

This set features a one-piece, raised design that works with 3/8" pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs. The hardened steel construction with a black oxide finish means they're built to last and resist corrosion. COMP Cams uses precise manufacturing techniques to ensure exact stud placement and rounded contact points for smooth operation. This attention to detail is important for maintaining consistent valvetrain geometry, especially in performance applications.

This set includes eight guide plates, enough for a full V8 engine. They are designed to fit a range of Ford vehicles from the late 60s through the 90s, including popular models like the F-150, LTD, and Thunderbird. If you're rebuilding the top end of your Ford Big Block, these guide plates are a necessary part for a robust setup.