Bent pushrods

**R_Yates69@Hotmail.com** · 07-09-2007, 10:33 AM

Replacing some parts i had 4 bent pushrods, what could have caused this? they are the stock pushrods

**Sunset T/A** · 07-09-2007, 03:45 PM

Do you have a 6 speed manual trans? If so, probably a missed shift, like 2nd to 1st, instead of 2nd to 3rd.

**SSwt00SS** · 07-10-2007, 12:04 PM

over-revving causes it (usually from missing a shift). the stock pushrods flex severely (final result is they end up bent) when the engine and valvetrain get over-revved...

**routy98z** · 07-19-2007, 02:59 PM

i have the same problem.. bent pushrods at 113k

**Rhinohuey** · 07-19-2007, 03:26 PM

How do you know when they are bent? Latley, I've had ALOT of noise coming from under the hood. Alot of clicking and tapping. At first I thought it was an exhaust leak, but now I'm not sure.

**routy98z** · 07-19-2007, 03:32 PM

its a very distinct sound.. as soon as u start it up u will hear a loud knocking noise and it doesnt go away it will just get louder as u increase rpm's

**01Z28M6** · 07-19-2007, 03:37 PM

Some people know when they bend a pushrod as the car ticks at idle after a blown shift or other severe over rpm situation. If several are bent then it will not be a simple tick.

I have a complete set of straight ones with 66k on them looking for a good home.

**routy98z** · 07-19-2007, 03:42 PM

how much? is it safe to drive on bent pushrods?

**01Z28M6** · 07-19-2007, 07:45 PM

Personally I wouldn't want to drive it and especially rev it very high with it clattering. Severely bent rods will rub inside the block and you're not opening the valves properly.

I don't want much for the oem push-rods. I think $20 + shipping is all they're worth. I think most people would want the molybdenum rods for replacement. That's what I bought when I replaced my heads.