Basketcase
Keeper of the Green
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good to hear
so getting stuff done.....cleaned up 727...changed filter....and started putting her together....tranny/convertor bolted up ..before i bolted up tranny i was looking at the date on my CSR Transmission/Flexplate Super Shield ....bought it new in 2004...well guess what....they need to be re- certified every 5 years.and to buy new they are on 6-8 weeks back ordered....so screw it.....had to ball peen headers.....was hitting on side main bolts.....oil gallery plug need some grinding for clearancing starter.....have to add indy 3/8 inch spacers behind water pump to align pulley"s then align alternator ...would rather mock all this up before i drop it in.....i hate surprises
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Boy that is one gorgeous engine. I hate those age limits NHRA places on things. Helmets, belts, etc, etc... - Doesn't matter if they are still new. It drives up the cost and keeps people from wanting to enter the sport. I want everyone to be safe but unless they're dating food I think these standards are ridiculous. It's especially cost prohibitive if you're an occasional weekend warrior.
No need for a new hood. I can make it fit!
think Columbus George.........