5/16 Hi-Tech Pushrods - 8.650 Long

The COMP CAMS 5/16 Hi-Tech Pushrods – 8.650 Long are precision valve train components engineered for high-performance marine and automotive engines. Built as a set of 16 units, these pushrods are designed for serious boaters and mechanics who demand reliability under sustained RPM and load conditions. Whether you're rebuilding a twin-engine performance boat or restoring a vintage inboard powerplant, quality pushrods are non-negotiable for consistent valve timing and durability.

Constructed from chromoly steel with a 0.080-inch wall thickness, these 5/16-inch diameter pushrods offer superior strength-to-weight characteristics compared to standard steel designs. The hi-tech designation reflects advanced metallurgy and precision manufacturing that reduces deflection under valve load, ensuring accurate valve events across the entire RPM band. At 8.650 inches in length, they are sized for small-block applications common in marine powerplants. The chromoly material resists fatigue and deformation, critical when engines run at sustained high RPM in demanding conditions like open-water cruising or tournament fishing applications.

This 16-unit set is ideal for complete engine rebuilds or overhauls where all pushrods must be replaced simultaneously to maintain uniformity. Boaters restoring original inboard engines, or mechanics upgrading performance valve train packages, will appreciate the matched set approach that guarantees consistent rocker geometry and valve clearance across all cylinders. Installation requires proper valve lash adjustment and verification of pushrod length to ensure zero lash at operating temperature. Compatible with small-block marine engines using conventional rocker arm configurations; verify application specifications before ordering.