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The good one was also pressure tested and passed.

Why not sonic check it? Come to think of it I haven’t see any discussion on that test in a long time. I had 3 440 blocks checked years ago and one was good, the other 2 needed sleeves.

Thanks fellas for the responses. I can advertise it over on the E-bodies website. :luvplace:

First, is it for those B-body years or is it for an E-body? Second, my thoughts on it being NOS is no signs of a dash tag riveted to the pad from above and below. Photos,

Your inbox is full @road robert

Using the thin sheets of foam that cushion items traveling through the USPS, UPS, etc. packages is what I heard folks use. I have some saved for that particular purpose.

Asleep at the Wheel you say, it could have been a “booty call” if the ship’s captain is female. Asleep at the Wheel, the band, sings about a woman’s desire…..

Concerning the white foam gasket, I remember reading that folks made there own using the sheets of thin white foam packing material in USPS or UPS boxes.

Maybe P.T. Barnum.

Ex-Municipality car, one of the most dependable vehicles in my fleet. Darn, wish I still had it. Oh the stories it could tell. :lol:

I prefer C-cups and my K-car was a rolling motel room that through rain, sleet and snow always got my dates back home on time.

Even with shows like this we turned out ok.:lol:

I think sticking with the stock set up would be better especially since it’s a complete restoration. Though I have to say the wiper motor you pictured is something I never thought of or seen before. Something new I learned. Good luck with your project, it would be interesting to follow your...

In my garage I have this 1965 Rockola jukebox. It will play 45rpm records but also 33 1/3 rpm too. The speed changes mechanically depending on the size of the record center hole. Big one plays at 45, the small hole pushes release fingers down that reduces the speed to 33 1/3rpm. Pretty cool. I...

You are right it is a task that needs almost constant attention. 1.Try doing small blocks of similar items so you can keep track like interior, exterior, mechanical parts etc. 2. Group easy to ship items together. 3. Tackle some large items. That will give you the feeling of accomplishment and...