whiskeytango
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There wouldn't be a single wreckers with a 304 in it for a 1,000kms around me lol. I also have no welderNever seen that one before, they are a chunky piece of metal.
You could probably weld it back up then grind it back smooth again but I'd try and get a replacement from a wrecker or marketplace etc for peace of mind.
On another note, how do you go about getting the #7 cylinder valve springs off? Do I have to take the booster out? There's no way I can get my spring compressor on them and turn the head.
That's a good idea! I will call every engine builder around tomorrow. Maybe they can put me onto a machinist who can cut me out a new one...I actually had a similar issue with a 6cyl blue motor cam plate....The top bolt hole was broken...
I found a replacement by ringing around a few engine reconditioners.....Being an old blue motor (red and blacks are identical with this plate), not many places stocked them.....But considering your engine is newer than my old blue, it should be that hard to find one locally....
I ordered a new chain today. Probably take a week or 2 with the post as they didn't have express option. **** happens I can wait.