Push Rods
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I need to order new push rods for my 499, since I'm switching to T&D rockers, and need Ball/Ball pushrods now. I know Smith Brothers, Manton, and Trend are a few places, but which one is best? Don't want to wait forever for a set. Thinking 3/8" .120 wall, or similar.
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Re: Push Rods
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I have used all three. My preference is Manton..
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I have used all three. My preference is Manton..
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Re: Push Rods
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I used Manton's Stage 5 - 7/16ths pushrods in my 493" along with a custom set of T&D's spec'd by B3 Racing along with their geometry correction kit. The result is the smoothest running/rev'ing RB I've owned it 4 decades.
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Jeff i have a couple of sets of 3/8 heavy wall ball to ball pushrods for an indy / RB block combo. If interested let me know. Here is what i have
8-9.82 long 8-9.87
7-9.224 9-9.258 17-9.100
Last edited by gregsdart; 05/14/21 08:13 AM.
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Re: Push Rods
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Jeff i have a couple of sets of 3/8 heavy wall ball to ball pushrods for an indy / RB block combo. If interested let me know I need them for my Low Deck, and flat tappet cam, but might be interested in a set for my INDY block, and -1 heads.
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Re: Push Rods
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I used Manto Stage 5 - 7/16ths pushrods in my 493 along with a custom set of T&D's and a B3 Racing geometry correction kit. The result is the smoothest running/reving RB I've owned it 4 decades. Curious about the B3 Geometry correction kit? Tell me more.
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Jeff i have a couple of sets of 3/8 heavy wall ball to ball pushrods for an indy / RB block combo. If interested let me know I need them for my Low Deck, and flat tappet cam, but might be interested in a set for my INDY block, and -1 heads. Jeff i put the lengths in the post above.
8..603 156 mph best, 2905 lbs 549, indy 572-13, alky
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I used Manto Stage 5 - 7/16ths pushrods in my 493 along with a custom set of T&D's and a B3 Racing geometry correction kit. The result is the smoothest running/reving RB I've owned it 4 decades. Curious about the B3 Geometry correction kit? Tell me more. http://b3racingengines.com/
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Re: Push Rods
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I've used both Manton and Smith Brothers. Both have great products and easy to deal with. It's a tossup IMO.
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I've used Trend in the past, they are nicely made. They make for many other companies as well.
An engine builder friend has been using a local company here in Oz, they use Smith Brothers parts and assemble them here. Also a nice looking push rod.
I don't think you'll go wrong with Trend, Smith or Manton to be honest. I think a lot of preference comes from the relationships people have with the company in question.
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I prefer Manton. I would suggest not using 3/8” unless space is an issue. Intake ports can be in the way, and require a thin pushrod, but I can’t think of any reason not to run 7/16” on the exhaust side.
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