I saw it like David. Clean off the high spots put some lube on the mating components and see how smoothly they move relative to each other When you get it so that it all feels good put it back together.
I would doubt the colouration is serious. You will know when it is a problem,if indeed it becomes a problem. You might get many years out of that Tracta joint. That's why I made the suggestion.
The worlds supply of ferret parts will run out one day.
I may be wrong, but isn't it worth a shot?
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