Lancelot72
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- Oct 27, 2019
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- My Car
- 1972 hardtop 351c
Hey everybody,
It's been awhile since I have posted anything. A year ago I pulled the engine (351C v2) out of my 72 hardtop as the car went off to get painted. It was a running engine at the time so I was just planning on cleaning it up and getting a fresh coat of paint on it, However, (there always seems to be a "however") as I was cleaning it I noticed gaskets coming apart and other worrisome signs so I started breaking things down. In the long run the block, pistons, and heads all went to the machine shop. I have it all back now and all of the new parts I and throwing at it ready and waiting. However, I'm a noobe and have never built and engine before. I have a step by step book and other info but I'm a bit nervous. Is there anyone in the area willing to give me a day of their time to help a guy out.
My garage is air conditioned if that helps. :biggrin: I live on the northwest side of town near the medical center.
Just got the car back from paint also. Here are a couple pics.
It's been awhile since I have posted anything. A year ago I pulled the engine (351C v2) out of my 72 hardtop as the car went off to get painted. It was a running engine at the time so I was just planning on cleaning it up and getting a fresh coat of paint on it, However, (there always seems to be a "however") as I was cleaning it I noticed gaskets coming apart and other worrisome signs so I started breaking things down. In the long run the block, pistons, and heads all went to the machine shop. I have it all back now and all of the new parts I and throwing at it ready and waiting. However, I'm a noobe and have never built and engine before. I have a step by step book and other info but I'm a bit nervous. Is there anyone in the area willing to give me a day of their time to help a guy out.
My garage is air conditioned if that helps. :biggrin: I live on the northwest side of town near the medical center.
Just got the car back from paint also. Here are a couple pics.