Hi all. While installing my timing cover, I broke off a tang on that metal strip that goes between the two bolt that secure the front cover from inside the oil pan. The metal strip's tangs are supposed to keep those bolts from backing out.

I've heard the tip/modification to make these accessible from the outside of the engine, but I'm not doing that right now.

I haven't seen a vendor that makes this part, and it isn't one I can fabricate (don't have the tools yet). I was thinking a lock washer and some loctite would solve this problem. What do you all think? Will this work? Is the part available?

Thanks!

Greg
1954 Chevy 1/2 Ton