That’s basically what I’m thinking. It’ll be ok to run and test. Can always replace the p’rods later if it comes to it.
I’m more worried about breaking the adjuster screw or the back off the rocker, but it should be ok. I can do a quick compression test before the intake goes back on & get a visual of the valvetrain at the same time. I’m getting the intake ceramic coated while it’s off, so a few days wait on that anyway.