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Pushrods for 289 with GT-40 heads

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Loup-garou

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This is a combination I've not tried before - anyone know what length pushrods to use with a flat-tappet 289 and GT-40 (non-"P") heads?
 

Hack

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Get an adjustable length pushrod checker so that you get your valvetrain geometry correct. I bought the one from Comp for $20. Well worth it IMO. Every engine is different, as are every set of heads. You're spending a lot of money on parts and machine work, get the valvetrain right so you don't wear out the guides right away.
 

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What roller rockers are you going to use? I have a 302 with GT-40 heads with the 1:7 crane rockers. I was able to use standard length pushrods. You however are probably running flat tappet lifts and not rollers.
 

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Standard Ford rockers for now. The pushrods I believe will work are the ones for the 5.0, pre-roller cam (1982 or so). I'll get an adjustable pushrod to make sure, though - I can't say for sure if the heads have been milled.
 
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