January 28, 2005
"Progress & Complications"

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Issues:

• Some of the exhaust pipes will need to be expanded just a bit so the pipes fit.  If there was a way that they should have went together, Joe would have figured it out.

• The aluminum waterpump only comes in a "non-A/C" version, so this means that the pump is a 1/2" longer than the stock one.  This means different pulleys so that I can keep my A/C (which I am doing!!!).

• Since I changed out the 10-bolt rear end with a 12 bolt, my drive shaft will need to be cut an inch, or so.

• The new transmission mount is a little taller than stock.   This is causing a clearance issue with the header collectors and the transmission crossmember.

• Despite the fact they are in "good" shape, the valve covers will need to be re-chromed.

Notes:

• Check out the fan (did it myself... have to pat myself on the back for that one)...  Not bad looking for stock!  After blasting and polishing the fan out, everywhere it's not black, it was shot with clear (all high heat paint).  Note the stock "PH" on the front of the clutch.

• Obviously the transmission is in place.

• Have to have a picture of the carb...

• HERE WE GO!!!!  Friday, February 4th  we will attempt to START THE ENGINE!!!  By that time, all of the exhaust issues should be worked out.  I will be bringing, or sending the rest of the parts to get this little goal accomplished before Friday.   Naturally, if the engine does start, we will have to run it for the 15/20 minute cam break-in period.