If the pushrod bent it is a poor design. The brake MC mount and any linkage should withstand all the foot stomping you can give it.

I don't see how the original would bend or fail in use, your replacement should be just as good.

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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