737NG/your EGT goes above the limit ,which QRH should you execute?

[lomapaseo]

I thought the CFM 56 could take up to some 40C above engine limit temp for over up to 5 mins without damage to the engine..

Depends on where the flame is.

EGT is like sitting in your easy chair next to a roaring fire in the fire place. If a log rolls out next to your feet you're going to get burned in spite of the room temp still being the same.