Raising a minor dent, that does not involve a crack, does not weaken the area any appreciable amount, and at 14" from the breech the pressures are going to be way, way down.

I've raised lots of them. Never had a problem. Ring bulges are a different animal.

SRH

Last edited by Stan; 11/25/18 07:09 PM. Reason: clarification
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