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Genuine Chevrolet K1500 Pushrod
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Chevrolet K1500 Rod Assembly, Valve Push
Part Number: 10241740$14.89 MSRP: $23.75You Save: $8.86 (38%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Rod,Intake Valve Push
Part Number: 10106423$6.80 MSRP: $10.70You Save: $3.90 (37%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Rod Assembly, Valve Push
Part Number: 10106425$6.80 MSRP: $10.70You Save: $3.90 (37%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Rod Assembly, Valve Push
Part Number: 14095256$16.76 MSRP: $26.37You Save: $9.61 (37%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Rod,Valve Push
Part Number: 10046173$12.05 MSRP: $19.20You Save: $7.15 (38%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Rod Assembly, Valve Push
Part Number: 14075629$9.37 MSRP: $13.63You Save: $4.26 (32%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Chevrolet K1500 Pushrod
The Chevrolet K1500 Pushrod is located in the valve train at the heart of the truck. It turns the rotary lift of the block mounted cam into the up and down action that opens and closes each cylinder valve. The steel rod connects the lifter to the rocker arm in the overhead valve configuration that was applied for decades in small block V8 production. This approach has served Chevrolet small blocks for a long time. Oil is also channeled by each Pushrod to the rocker tips for lubrication. By riding the cam lobe, it delivers timed lifts so fresh air fuel can rush in while exhaust escapes after combustion, which maintains compression and power. The early iterations applied basic stamped rocker arms. The later engines stuck with the same basic Pushrod layout but benefitted from the use of stronger alloys and hydraulic lifters that take up clearance automatically, reducing noise and wear. The excess heat, high rpm, or widening lash can bend a Pushrod. Pushrod bending causes ticking, misfires, and valve float that robs horsepower. When bent, the faulty Pushrod must be removed and replaced before it damages springs or allows contact between the piston and valve. Despite these drawbacks, the configuration permits the K1500 engine to set its cam low in the block. This results in reduced overall height, which makes servicing less expensive than with overhead cam systems. Like major Chevrolet small block engines, drivers of the K1500 still enjoy this attribute today.
Each OEM Chevrolet K1500 Pushrod we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.
Chevrolet K1500 Pushrod Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to remove and inspect Pushrod and Rocker Arm on Chevrolet K1500?A:To begin with, the rocker arms should be removed and inspected by first removing the rocker arm covers from the cylinder heads and then loosening and removing the rocker arm stud nuts for reinstallation in their original positions. While removing push rods, just loosen up the nut on each side of a rocker arm enough to move it aside for removal of a push rod. With these nuts, lift off the rocker arms and pivot balls. Remove push rods in order. Pay particular attention to wear, cracks, or damage where they contact with valve stems or push rods when examining rocker arms. The open holes at the end of each push rod in every rocker arm must be checked together with wear, fractures or galling within these pivot locations. If there are any worn out or damaged rocker arms, use new ones instead and replace them alongside new pivot balls. Look for cracks, excessive wear and bending on pushrods themselves. Lubricate ends of pushrods using engine oil or moly based grease before reinstalling them back into their lifter sockets such that they fit well. Lower ends of valve stems as well as upper ends of pushrod are then lubricated using moly based grease before fitting rockers over studs. Put pivot balls on top of studs, and put nuts flat-side against the pivot balls; apply moly-based grease to pivot balls for initial lubrication until oil pressure builds up. For different engine types one should refer to specific instructions regarding valve adjustment while for general consideration after finalizing all valve adjustments reinstall the rocket arm covers start your engine check for abnormal sounds in your valve train after which you should check if there is any oil leaking through joints between your jointer tube and gasket cover.
