dizwiz24

Im putting my car back together after a heads/cam swap.

yes, im going to be checking pushrod length, but I am going to use my stock (7.1825") pushrods as a starting point.

I noticed that there is a 'dimple' or 'circle' stamped into the pushrod on one end near the 'ball'.

Is this dimple/circle significant and should it face up (intake side) or down (lifter side)?

any help is appreciated!

tpi 421 vette

There is no top or bottom with SBC pushrods. You can use your stock one to check pushrod length, but they are not hardened. You will need hardened pushrods to use with guideplates on your AFR heads. I would recommend figuring the pushrod length you need and getting one piece 4130 chromemoly pushrods. The stock ones are thin walled mild steel, and I have seen the ***** break off the ends, or they can flex and break in a high hp engine. The 4130 pushrods are piece of mind, and will make your engine more durable.

T. Wayne Nelson

Oh so true.......(What you up to Jim)

tpi 421 vette

Hi Wayne, I put a cowl hood on my 91, I was thinking about posting a couple pic's.

Hey Dave, sorry to get off topic.