I'd order a new pushrod (they're pretty cheap) and straighten the old one to use until the new one arrives. Or, just wait a few days and you'll only need to adjust the valves once, when the new one comes in.

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1952 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
Late '55 235/SM420/torque tube 3.55
Dalton Highway survivor (using original 216)
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