Pushrod - 3/8 .080 9.300 Long

The Pushrod - 3/8 .080 9.300 Long by TREND PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS is a precision engine component engineered for high-performance small-block and mid-size V8 applications. This pushrod serves as the critical valve train linkage between the crankshaft-driven camshaft and the rocker arms, translating cam lobe motion into precise valve timing and lift. Built for builders and technicians who demand repeatability and durability in competition or heavy-duty service engines, this component is essential for anyone assembling or rebuilding an engine where valve train geometry directly impacts power delivery and reliability.

Manufactured to exacting tolerances, the Pushrod - 3/8 .080 9.300 Long features a 3/8-inch diameter with a .080-inch wall thickness and a 9.300-inch length—specifications that define its load-bearing capacity and valve train geometry. The .080 wall thickness provides the structural rigidity necessary to resist buckling under high-RPM valve spring pressure while maintaining the lightweight profile required for precise valve event timing. TREND PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS constructs this pushrod from high-strength alloy steel, ensuring consistent straightness and concentricity that eliminate valvetrain noise and prevent premature wear on rocker arm balls and cam follower surfaces.

This pushrod is ideal for engine builders, racing technicians, and shop professionals restoring or upgrading muscle cars, truck engines, and street performance builds. The 9.300-inch length and 3/8-inch diameter make it compatible with common small-block configurations where stock geometry has been modified through cylinder head or block changes. Installation requires proper valve train alignment and accurate pushrод length selection to ensure correct rocker arm geometry—critical for maintaining valve lift accuracy and preventing geometry-induced issues like rocker arm binding or inadequate valve opening. Verify bore size, lifter style, and rocker arm type before ordering to ensure perfect fit in your specific engine platform.