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Originally Posted by jsoluna
Is it common for the pushrod to need replaced in order to get the timing back into spec? It seems like an item that would take forever to wear.....
(edit - I got curious so I spent some time googling the answer, which is that it is most likely cam lobe wear, probably due to poor maintenance. In the meantime, I'll measure the pushrod and if it isn't worn then I'll assume it is cam wear and I'll just have a longer pushrod made until the engine can be torn down )
Also, another thing that I noticed is that it is easy to mis-read the oil level on this engine. The bayonet can slide down past the cap and effectively show a higher oil reading than I actually have. Going to tack weld the cap in place so I can't make that mistake again.
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I wouldn't try making one. Just pick up a new push rod and adjust the timing.