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Update Time Again Guys. Well, I went ahead and took some advice. When I took the long block apart to check it (storage for 2 1/2 years), I had .20 shave off the heads. I could not afford the bigger valves which were recommended, so I had the bowls cleaned and pocket ported. I also had the...

Been a busy week with work and all.. I took the long block out of storage (climate controled/oil cloth wrapped). It was full of mineral oil and is clean as a whistle insde (just as I left it 2 1/2 years ago), she turned over beauticfully. I will do a partial tear down and make sure it is ok...

Hey people! I wanted to show you what she looks like. THis was taken a few days ago just after the new tires and rims were put on by yours truly and a new coat of wax applied after 2 1/2 years of storage ended. I have the interior out right now, and am sewing it togeather myself. Its slow going...

Time for another update. I have spent the last few days reading through the entire question and answer archives. You people do get around, very opinionated crowd here (ha! ha!). After reviewing everything that has been posted so far and all the messages I have been sent, here is what I am going...

:cheers:Well people, I took the car out of storage 2 days ago. Beautiful thing, started right up after charging the battery and priming the carb. Just a small bit of smoke on start up, and purred like a kitten once warmed. It seems I may have told a small lie. After reviewing all my...

This posting was made while I was still far away (IRAQ). Spent the last couple of days getting home (finally). I want to thank everyone who has responded so far and WISH ALL A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS. I have a big list of questions and started off with this one. I will post again after a couple of...

Hello, My name is Donald. I am new to this site and am seeking advice and ideas. I am doing an engine build, strictly old school. I am restoring and improving my Grandfathers 1973 stellite which was recovered from his farm field after sitting 30 (+) years. So far I have restored the body, no...