Slow build 71 Scamp 440

[txstang84]

Cletus, if they don't fit just put them up-someone will likely want them...

 

[Skeeter007]

Ok bought the headers. 1 8 3/4 at 200.00 fell through. I have another couple to look at this weekend.

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[txstang84]

8 3/4 at 200.00 fell through

Boooooo

 

[Skeeter007]

I'm going on Saturday to check one out at 300.00. It needs a bath aperantly.

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[txstang84]

Ehh, that's easy-if you found a complete and functional (usable) A or early B body 8 3/4 for $300 that's a deal IMO...even if it's a highway geared open diff.

 

[Skeeter007]

I think it has a known sure grip 273 or something close to that. They seem to be poping up all over.

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[Skeeter007]

Ok Headers Arrived and 8 3/4. Getting close. Just need a car now.

 

[txstang84]

Brilliant-when will the car arrive?

 

[Skeeter007]

We leave Thursday Morning back following Monday.......If all goes well :smile:

 

[Skeeter007]

On my way home from Staten Island.

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[txstang84]

Complete with some Yuengling-tasty beer!

 

[Skeeter007]

Ok Cars home. Border was a breeze. Don't let anyone tell you it's a hassle. As long as you have your paper work it’s no trouble at all.
Just waiting to hear back from the shop now.

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[360Scamp]

Subscribed, let the fun begin!!!

 

[Skeeter007]

Going to call today and see what up with the block. Should have an answer on the condition.

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[Skeeter007]

Any ideas on these scoops, I need to either fill or sand out some minor scratches. I think fill would be the way to go. Don't want to loose any more material. Glaze?? Also I have the mounting spots for the 340 emblems but it will be a 440. Do they make 440 scoop emblems? Or just go 340 sleeper ;-) I can't seem to find any. Also need nuts, are they special or can I lob on some regular nuts and maybe rubber washers to keep the vibrations from cracking the studs out. Still not sure if I'll use the chrome inserts. Also mounting these are going to be nerves racking. I know a guy has a template for sale but its going to cost over 60.00 cad to get it to me. Still an option though. Flat black I'm thinking. Thoughts??

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[Skeeter007]

She just fits. Lol

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[Skeeter007]

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[Skeeter007]

I called the Machinist. Block is good and will be bored 30 over and have all the goodies installed. Cam bearings, frost plugs ect. Line honing was not needed. Another member mentioned it wouldn't be needed. He is only decking it enough to clean it up. Also the rods and crank are good. Now is there anything else I should have done to it??

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[72ScampTramp]

just decking or square decked?

 

[Abodybomber]

Sweet looking car!

 

[Skeeter007]

Thats a great question. I'm not sure guessing he's squaring it up to clean it up.

Thanks. She needs lots of work.

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[txstang84]

Car looks pretty good to me:happy1:

 

[txstang84]

just decking or square decked?

I would hope he squared and equalized the decks...

 

[Skeeter007]

Damit I'll call tomorrow.

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[Skeeter007]

Torque plates and squaring it up.
Also order 1/4 window seals and scoop hardware today. looking forward to drilling holes in my hood. :-(

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