OK... I think I fixed the pushrod issue. I took a 7/16 by 20 thread by 1 inch bolt, cut off the end and used a long nut to attach it to the end of the pushrod.
You need to use a rod connector not a nut for this. The threads in a nut will fatigue and break (and my luck you'll be behind me) because not enough of them are engaged.
If you are a novice to bending brake lines get a brand called Armour Plate (Advanced Auto). They cost a little more but are teflon coated so they won't rust but better yet they bend almost 270 degrees without kinking - without a bending tool!
