Wow, that torque tube looks ugly. No idea how that might have happened. Possibly as long as the oakie bushing fits snugly, and the sealing area toward the rear is smooth so it seals properly, it could be reused.

That's about as far as that bolt could go, which is fortunate.


Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.