If it were only that easy. As you’ve come to find out, it’s all the little stuff that takes all the time.

Stoked !!

 

First trial fit this evening

It fit the hole better than I had hoped.

 

 

Right side mount lined right up.

 

 

Left side mount is off about an inch.

 

 

The lower corner of the left valve cover hits the box around the pedal mount area. There is an upper and lower box that has a one inch lip. Looks like only minor…[Read more]

And so it begins…

 

 

Fun time.

The weight bias shift should be minimal. The 2.3 was incredibly heavy. Yes, the extra power will take some getting used to. When I was considerably younger I built a 450 hp ’65 Mustang that would dance. I’m thinking this will be about the same.😁

This will place me in a different class in the Hillclimbs but not in David’s class.

This engine…[Read more]

Lots done Saturday. Old motor is now out and I’ll probably spend my spare time today cleaning. There is oil residue everywhere.

New motor has been ordered.

 

 

Rough luck. You’re right, that burnt connector “should” have only tripped the light. First things first, fix that and go from there. Good luck. Hope it’s something simple.

(Thank the heavens for AAA)

I submitted my cancellation of rockstar parking, but have yet to receive any reply. So my spot should be open.

Good news all around. Glad everyone is safe. Hoping you area clean up goes smoothly.

Looks like I’m gonna have a V8.

Large chunk taken out of #3 piston. Cylinder wall looks untouched as well as the cylinder head. I have to pull the engine to effect repair, so I’ll keep it for a spare. I’ve already made up a parts list for the V8 conversion. All I’ve got to do is find it. It’s on paper.

I’ll notify the folks at the car show in…[Read more]