Products - PUSH ROD

Function: Pushrods act as a linkage system in OHV engines, connecting the camshaft (which is driven by the crankshaft) to the rocker arms. The camshaft rotates, and its lobes push against the pushrods, causing them to move up and down.

Location: In OHV engines, the camshaft is typically located in the engine block, lower than the cylinder head where the valves are located. This contrasts with overhead cam (OHC) engines where the camshaft is positioned directly above the valves. Materials: Pushrods are typically made of metal (steel or aluminum) and are designed to be lightweight and strong enough to withstand the forces exerted on them during engine operation.