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Old 09-13-2008 | 02:15 PM
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pushrod length

i have a 92 trans am with 305 tpi i have some 327 camaro double hump heads that are all original. i want to install with an intake and carb my question is will the stock pushrods work with the new heads. or will i have to buy new pushrods?
Old 09-13-2008 | 02:32 PM
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Re: pushrod length

yes they will work, Youll only need to change them if you swaping cams.
Old 09-13-2008 | 02:49 PM
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Re: pushrod length

For the most part, stock pushrods will work but proper valve train geometry should always be checked when mixing and matching parts.
Old 09-13-2008 | 03:10 PM
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Re: pushrod length

ok thank you for the quick replies
Old 09-15-2008 | 08:53 PM
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Re: pushrod length

Same heads I'm running on my 350. Don't forget the lead substitute with every fillup or you'll eat up the valve seats...
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