Thread: Need advise on 454 build

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I already have that book on its way to my doorstep. Turns out the short block is already assembled and all the motor needs is a cam, lifters, pushrods, and timing chain. What should I use for push rods?

Originally Posted by ShortBedChevy

I already have that book on its way to my doorstep. Turns out the short block is already assembled and all the motor needs is a cam, lifters, pushrods, and timing chain. What should I use for push rods?

.....ones that fit.... now you may think that s a smart ass answer but its not . you need to do a mid lifte check many thing can come in to play after market heads roller rockers longer valve stems . big or small base circle on cam . roller cam . roller lifter can be taller then stock . block getting deck . heads getting cut tell me what cam your going to use and i can get you close to use a adjustable push rod to check for length . far as diameter 3/8 is all you need