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Engine Help => Honda and Clone Engines => Topic started by: rceagle1a on April 23, 2013, 08:16:05 pm

Title: Correct method for getting push rod length right
Post by: rceagle1a on April 23, 2013, 08:16:05 pm
What is the easiest, correct way to figure out what length my push rods need to be? I've never done this and don't want to ruin a good set of chromo push rods.
Title: Re: Correct method for getting push rod length right
Post by: Jeff McKelroy on April 23, 2013, 09:37:09 pm
A large number of variables are involved in determining the correct length pushrod for your application. Pushrod length is affected by any of the following:
•Block deck height
•Head deck height
•Head stud boss height
•Rocker arm brand/design
•Cam base circle size
•Lifter design/brand/pushrod seat height
•Valve stem length

Assuming you are spending the money for durability, use these tools to find the correct length for appropriate geometry:

http://www.compperformancegroupstores.com/store/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=CC&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=7900&Category_Code=PSHRDTL

Easiest? Did you mill the head?  Remove an equivalent length.  In other words, if you milled .100" from the head/block, remove that length from the pushrod.  More options other than Crane exist for cut-to-length push rods.

Title: Re: Correct method for getting push rod length right
Post by: bountyhunter on May 21, 2013, 11:04:48 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnS46ahJVqI