Thank you all for the great discussion and tips. I'm planning to check out the airplane this coming week to confirm the nut situation and will report back to this thread. I noted in previous discussions the suggestion for the Real Gaskets Push Rod Seal kit and addressing corrosion in the sump...
Am considering purchasing a 1962 C-172c with the O-300D (KMYV) and upon checking over the plane I noticed the top of the engine had cracked nut and washers (see pic). I was planning to do a prebuy but am curious to know if this is indicative of a serious issue. The owner abruptly stopped flying...
