5/16 Hi-Tech Pushrod - 7.300 Long

The 5/16 Hi-Tech Pushrod - 7.300 Long from COMP CAMS is a precision valve train component engineered for serious engine builders and performance mechanics working on small-block Chevy and GM LS-series platforms. Pushrods form the critical mechanical link between a camshaft's lobes and rocker arms, transmitting lift and timing with zero tolerance for deflection or stretch. This hi-tech construction ensures your engine's valve actuation remains rock-solid across idle, cruise, and full-throttle operation, whether you're running stock geometry or a custom cam profile.

Built from high-strength chromoly steel, this pushrod features a 5/16-inch diameter with 0.080-inch thick walls—a balance that minimizes weight while resisting the flexing and bending that compromises valve timing accuracy under load. The 7.300-inch length targets common small-block and LS configurations where stock dimensions meet mild-to-moderate performance modifications. Hi-tech pushrods eliminate the elasticity found in cast-iron originals; even microscopic deflection can retard valve closing and compromise scavenging, fuel economy, and peak power output. Chromoly construction handles thermal cycling and sustained RPM loads without permanent deformation, critical for engines seeing frequent spirited driving or track use.

Mechanics and engine builders upgrading to performance cam grinds, rocker arm ratios, or higher valve spring pressures will find this pushrod essential insurance against valve train instability. Small-block Chevy and LS-series owners pursuing reliable horsepower gains depend on matching pushrods to their chosen cam profile length and lift; verify length and diameter compatibility before installation. Each pushrod ships individually, allowing you to replace worn or bent units or build complete new valve train assemblies with uniform components. Proper valvetrain geometry and component matching unlock your engine's full potential while protecting against the catastrophic failures that result from inadequate pushrod engineering.