I had earlier noted some dented engine tin of the front lower left side close to number three cylinder, but didn't think too much about it until the tin was removed to facilitate tube removal and repainting of the tin itself.
A heavily dented pushrod tube then revealed itself and then when the corresponding pushrod was removed, a defined area of wear was noted at a point approximately one forth of the way from the end of the pushrod, directly in the area of the dent in the tube.
Obviously it been caused by the dented tube, but likely wasn't wearing much any more. I believe most of the wear has already occurred
I my view is is on the worst possible pushrod it could be ..number three exhaust, the one that typically runs the hottest of all the exhaust valves.
I have my idea about what needs to be done, but i'm looking for some commentary and advice from the forum.
What's your analysis and solution?
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