Pushrod - 5/16 .080 7.450 Long

The Pushrod - 5/16 .080 7.450 Long from Trend Performance Products is a precision valve train component engineered for high-performance and racing engine builds. Pushrods are critical mechanical linkages that transfer valve lift commands from the camshaft to the rocker arms and valve stems in overhead-valve (OHV) engine designs. Whether you're rebuilding a classic small-block Chevy, Ford 302, or modern performance application, selecting the correct pushrod diameter, wall thickness, and length is essential for proper valve timing, reduced valvetrain noise, and maximum engine reliability at elevated RPM.

This 7.450-inch pushrod features a 5/16-inch diameter with .080-inch wall thickness, a specification commonly used in small-block applications requiring lightweight, rigid valve train geometry. The .080 wall thickness provides the optimal balance between strength and minimal rotating mass, reducing inertial losses during high-RPM operation and lowering valvetrain stress at peak engine speeds. Trend Performance Products manufactures pushrods to exacting tolerances, ensuring concentricity and straightness that prevent binding and premature wear on rocker arm and lifter seats. The 7.450-inch length is designed to accommodate specific deck heights, block configurations, and rocker arm ratios, making precise fitment critical during engine assembly.

Experienced engine builders and enthusiasts benefit most from Trend Performance Products pushrods when assembling or refreshing carbureted and fuel-injected small-block engines destined for street, strip, or competition duty. Proper pushrod selection directly impacts valve seat integrity, hydraulic lifter function, and overall valvetrain harmonics. Before ordering, verify your specific engine block, cylinder head casting numbers, and rocker arm type to confirm that the 7.450-inch length and 5/16-inch diameter match your build specifications. Installation requires careful measurement during initial assembly, and pushrods should be inspected visually for straightness and defects before final torque-down of rocker arm studs or bolts.