is this broken part of my case important?
 

see pics. it's where the insert tube runs down from the internal engine t-stat. there was a small bit that was bent back and broke off in my fingers. doesn't seem to be structural, more of a thin part of the casting. what shall I do?

ignore?
JB Weld it?
junk the case?

any input much appreciated. Don.

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It's normal, just ignore. It's a tube behind, no breakthrough:)

It's ok, they cast the case half and just punch it out at the factory.

Yep, there have been a few threads about that. If I was seeing it for the first time, I too would be scared. It is just a core print or something similar.

See above, nothing to worry about, mine's the same

Geez Don ... Old timer like you ... Do a search ... Find this thread ... http://forums.pelicanparts.com/911-engine-rebuilding-forum/572375-another-3-0-rebuild-2.html ... Read post #68. ;) :D

Ok, you got me. I was too lazy to do a search this time. thanks for the input everyone. Don.