1. Gather your tools and materials. You will need:
* A new set of pushrods
* A pushrod removal tool
* A pushrod installation tool
* A pair of pliers
* A ratchet and socket set
* A torque wrench
2. Prepare the engine. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Drain the coolant from the engine. Remove the valve covers.
3. Locate the pushrods. The pushrods are located between the rocker arms and the lifters. They are held in place by the pushrod keepers.
4. Remove the pushrod keepers. Use the pliers to remove the pushrod keepers. Be careful not to drop the keepers into the engine.
5. Remove the pushrods. Use the pushrod removal tool to remove the pushrods. Be careful not to damage the pushrods or the lifters.
6. Install the new pushrods. Use the pushrod installation tool to install the new pushrods. Make sure that the pushrods are properly seated in the lifters and the rocker arms.
7. Install the pushrod keepers. Use the pliers to install the pushrod keepers. Be sure that the keepers are seated properly.
8. Reinstall the valve covers. Reinstall the valve covers and tighten the bolts.
9. Reinstall the coolant. Reinstall the coolant and connect the negative battery cable.
10. Start the engine and check for leaks. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check for any leaks from the valve covers or the pushrod keepers.
If you have any questions or concerns about replacing the pushrods on your Chevy 350 engine, please consult with a qualified mechanic.
