Thanks for the information. That makes sense and it’s very detailed. (Exactly what I needed). Haven’t had time to get in there and do some taking apart and measuring/installing. Was just trying to do as much research on it as possible. For what it’s worth I really like the seats in there. I got some non-powered SRT seats that I will eventually install myself.
Thanks Again! And keep up the good work and posting!
No prob, I know when I was researching a lot of that info wasn't readily available so I hope it helps.
As for the build, I took a look yesterday at my oil leaks and I know for sure the passenger side valve cover has a couple drips going on.
I think the oil filter plate may still be leaking. After reading up, I believe the canton racing billet plate for the magnums is no longer available, so I ordered a new $7 oil filter plate from the local dealer and a mopar gasket coming from another local dealer. (assuming my plate got a little tweaked somewhere along the build)
My guess is that the plate is leaking because it was not tight enough when I primed the engine, and once the oil created a path past the gasket it kept the door open even after torquing. It only looks like a couple drips but its enough to create a mess on the bottom of the passenger header (and decent smoke show).
For valve covers I am tempted to just order up some mopar performance magnum ones to get the extra seal of the 10 bolts and just be done with it. Wallet currently says no, so going to have to figure out something in the mean time.
Anyway, heres a short video of an idle after changing the break in oil out. Feels good to hear it idle finally! Cant wait to finish everything up for a drive.