Pushrod - 5/16 .080 6.400 Long

The Pushrod - 5/16 .080 6.400 Long from TREND PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS is a precision valvetrain component engineered for high-performance and modified engine builds where durability and accurate valve timing are non-negotiable. This 6.4-inch pushrod is designed for street, strip, and competition applications where stock components cannot withstand increased spring pressures or sustained RPM loads. Whether you're upgrading a small-block Chevy, Ford 5.0, or comparable platform, a quality pushrod is essential for translating camshaft motion reliably to rocker arms without flex or failure.

This pushrod features a 5/16-inch diameter with 0.080-inch chromoly wall thickness, offering the optimal balance between strength and weight for high-RPM applications. Chromoly construction resists fatigue cracking and permanent deformation far better than mild steel, critical when cylinder head porting, aggressive cam profiles, or LS-swap adapters increase valvetrain stress. The ball-end design on both ends provides consistent contact geometry with lifter and rocker arm seats, eliminating binding and ensuring predictable valve actuation across the entire RPM band. At just 0.11 pounds, this lightweight design minimizes reciprocating mass, reducing inertial losses and allowing the valvetrain to follow the cam profile more accurately at elevated speeds.

Mechanics and engine builders specify TREND PERFORMANCE pushrods for stroker engines, roller cam conversions, and any build where stock pushrod length or material cannot accommodate changes in deck height, block machining, or ported heads. This 6.400-inch length suits a wide range of small-block applications, though verification against your specific engine block, cylinder head, and rocker arm configuration is essential before purchase. Installation requires proper measurement and potential shimming to achieve zero lash at full valve lift—precision work that prevents catastrophic valvetrain failure. Individual purchase allows for selective replacement of worn or bent rods without committing to full sets, ideal for diagnosing pushrods as a source of valve train noise or inconsistent valve timing during hot-rod restoration or performance tuning.