The Briggs & Stratton 697394 is a genuine OEM intake push rod designed for single-cylinder vertical shaft engines. It works in tandem with the exhaust push rod to open and close the engine valves, ensuring proper fuel combustion and timing. Genuine OEM Replacement The Briggs & Stratton 697394 Push Rod is the factory-original part. It is typically made of aluminum, which is lighter than the steel used for exhaust rods. This material difference is intentional: if the engine over-revs or a valve sticks, the aluminum intake rod is designed to bend first to protect more expensive components like the camshaft…