COMP Cams Hi-Tech Pushrods

Universal Fitment for Performance Engines

Part #: 7966-16

Overview

The COMP Cams Hi-Tech Pushrod set is engineered for serious racers and high-performance engine builders who demand reliability and precision from every valve train component. Pushrods play a critical role in the valve train, transferring motion from the camshaft to the rocker arms. This set of 16 pushrods measures 8.2 inches in length with a .080-inch wall thickness and a 5/16-inch diameter, designed to withstand the rigors of high-RPM, high-stress environments without bending, breaking, or burning at the ends.

Ideal for all-out race engines and performance builds, these pushrods ensure consistent valve timing and durability, helping maintain engine efficiency and power output under extreme conditions.

Key Features

COMP Cams Hi-Tech Pushrods combine advanced materials and manufacturing techniques to deliver superior strength and performance. Key features include:

• One-piece seamless chromemoly tubing construction for maximum strength and durability
• .080-inch wall thickness providing an optimal balance between weight and rigidity
• Precision-formed ends with added thickness in critical tip areas to resist wear and failure
• Heat-treated for enhanced strength and compatibility with guide plates
• Outer diameter ground for consistent wall thickness and concentricity
• Black oxide finish for corrosion resistance and a professional appearance
• Length and part number laser etched on the pushrod for easy identification
• Set of 16 pushrods, suitable for V8 engines and other applications requiring this length and diameter

Construction & Design

COMP Cams utilizes premium chromemoly steel tubing in a seamless, one-piece design to ensure the highest level of strength and durability. The .080-inch wall thickness is carefully chosen to provide the necessary rigidity to resist bending and flexing at high engine speeds. The pushrod ends are precision formed with extra material thickness in the tip areas, which are most susceptible to wear and heat damage, ensuring long-lasting performance.

Each pushrod undergoes a heat treatment process to maximize tensile strength and fatigue resistance, making them fully compatible with guide plates and other valve train components. The OD grinding process guarantees uniform wall thickness and concentricity, critical for consistent valve timing and smooth engine operation.

Installation & Fitment

These COMP Cams Hi-Tech Pushrods are designed for straightforward installation in engines requiring 8.2-inch pushrods with a 5/16-inch diameter and .080-inch wall thickness. While fitment is universal for performance applications, it is essential to verify pushrod length and diameter compatibility with your specific engine build and valve train setup. No special modifications are typically required, but proper valve train geometry and clearance checks should be performed during installation.

What's Included

• Set of 16 COMP Cams Hi-Tech Pushrods, 8.2 inches long, .080 wall thickness, 5/16 inch diameter

Ideal For

This pushrod set is ideal for engine builders and racers who require high-strength, durable valve train components capable of handling extreme RPM and stress. Whether you are assembling a high-performance street engine, a dedicated race motor, or a custom build, these pushrods provide the reliability and precision needed to maintain valve train stability and maximize engine output.