What is the purpose of these raised guide plates?

These guide plates are crucial for maintaining proper pushrod alignment in performance engines. The raised design and hardened construction help them withstand higher spring pressures and camshaft lift, preventing premature wear on your pushrods and valve guides.

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

This specific set, part number 4834-8, is designed to work with 5/16" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs.

Are these guide plates suitable for stock engines?

While they are built for performance applications, they can also be used in stock Ford 429-460 engines if you are upgrading components or rebuilding. Their hardened finish offers improved durability over standard parts.

COMP Cams Raised Guide Plates 4834-8 for Ford 429-460

Name: COMP Cams Guide Plates FF 5/16 Raised
Brand: COMP Cams
SKU: comp-cams-comp-cams-guide-plates-ff-5-16-raised-t14-4392512
Price: 66.61 USD
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COMP Cams Guide Plates FF 5/16 Raised

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COMP Cams FF 5/16 Raised Guide Plates. These guide plates are hardened and black oxide finished for durability in performance engines.

Key Features

This set includes eight COMP Cams FF 5/16 Raised Guide Plates.
They are one-piece, non-adjustable units.
Designed for Ford 429 and 460 cubic inch V8 engines.
Compatible with 5/16" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs.
Features a hardened black oxide finish for durability.
The raised design and rounded contact points ensure accurate stud placement.

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Product Details

What you get in this box is a full set of eight COMP Cams FF 5/16 Raised Guide Plates. These are one-piece, non-adjustable units designed specifically for Ford Big Block 429 and 460 cubic inch V8 engines that use 5/16" diameter pushrods and 7/16" rocker studs. They feature a hardened black oxide finish for improved durability, which is important when you're dealing with the higher spring pressures and lift found in performance applications.

These guide plates are essential for keeping your pushrods properly aligned, especially in high-performance builds. The raised design and rounded contact points help ensure exact stud placement and smooth operation, preventing premature wear on your pushrods and valve guides. They are built to handle the demands of engines running more aggressive camshafts and valve springs.

This set fits a wide range of Ford and Mercury vehicles from the late 60s through the mid-90s, including popular models like the Ford F-150, Ford LTD, and Mercury Marquis. Make sure to check the full fitment list to confirm compatibility with your specific application.