What is the advantage of a 7/16 inch diameter pushrod?

A 7/16 inch diameter pushrod offers increased stiffness and a higher natural frequency compared to smaller diameters. This makes it better suited for high-lift applications and helps prevent failure under extreme valvetrain loads.

What material are these pushrods made from?

These pushrods are constructed from one-piece, heat-treated chromemoly tubing. This material is known for its strength and durability, making it suitable for demanding engine builds.

Can these pushrods be installed in either direction?

Yes, the radius on each end of the pushrod allows for installation in either the 'up' or 'down' orientation. This provides flexibility during engine assembly.

COMP Cams 8.050in Straight Pushrod | 7/16in Diameter

Name: COMP Cams Pushrod 8.050in Straight 7/16
Brand: COMP Cams
SKU: comp-cams-comp-cams-pushrod-8-050in-straight-7-16-t14-4394672
Price: 19.38 USD
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COMP Cams Pushrod 8.050in Straight 7/16

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COMP Cams 8.050in straight pushrod, 7/16in diameter. Built from heat-treated chromemoly for extreme valve train setups.

Key Features

This is a single 8.050 inch long pushrod.
Features a 7/16 inch diameter for improved stiffness and higher natural frequency.
Has a consistent .165 inch wall thickness, even in the tapered ends.
Made in the USA from one-piece, heat-treated chromemoly tubing for strength.
The 5/16 inch ball ends provide additional clearance for the rocker adjuster at high lift.
Originally developed for NASCAR and NHRA race engines to handle extreme valve train setups.

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Product Details

When you're building or rebuilding an engine, especially one that's going to see some serious action, the pushrods are a critical piece of the valvetrain. This particular pushrod from COMP Cams is 8.050 inches long and features a 7/16-inch diameter. That larger diameter, combined with a solid .165-inch wall thickness, makes it significantly stiffer and stronger than common .080 or .125-inch wall designs. This is important because, in high-performance applications, pushrods can experience impact loads up to 7500 lbs, and a weaker pushrod can lead to catastrophic failure.

COMP Cams developed the technology behind these pushrods for NASCAR and NHRA racing, so you know they're built to handle extreme conditions. They're made in the USA from one-piece, heat-treated chromemoly tubing, which is much stronger than typical 1000 Series steels. The ends have a 5/16-inch ball radius, which gives you extra clearance for the rocker adjuster at high lift and allows for installation in either orientation. The straight 7/16-inch OD tapers down to a 210-degree radius, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy load.