I bought a Sears belt sander almost specifically for this job years ago. I’ve showed pictures before how I mark every rocker and every hold down for position. I would remove material from the sides of the hold downs and shim as needed to center up each and every rocker. Only after I was satisfied would I bolt everything down and then measure for pushrod length. Step by step. Caution of course is needed using these sanders.
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