MABBCO 360 LA Roller

Could you report back on what I'm seeing in pic #2, is that a conrod that's turned "purple" half way down its beam from the heating process for piston install? If it is, that's some Big bakage on that rod!
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Looks like it could be the light reflection on some oil. But I see what you're saying, it's tough to tell.