Motor is in!

I hope 3rd time is a charm. Original "Not mine" rebuilt motor had wrist pins rubbing the cylinder walls. Grand Canyon type grooves. 2nd motor "Jasper Engines short block had a lifter seized and was eaten by the cam. Now 3rd time, double checked everything, motor is in. 2 & 1/2 years, 1 divorce, move everything I own, try and keep my sanity. I hope first start is just around the corner. New Years would be nice!! You all have a good Christmas, I have work to do. Greetings from chilly Germany, SHU

Looking good Shu! Keep us posted!

FE and friends. People just do not understand what is up with old cars. I was telling friends that I got the motor in tonight, I was very proud that it is finally in after so many set backs. This has been a long and on going battle. The first thing out of their mouths was "Does it run?" No clue of what is involved between "motor in" and "start ready". I have 100 things to do before "Start" The general public should not be allowed to make judgements unless they fully understand what is involved. Sorry if I sound a little bitchy. SHU

You got every right and them "friends" need to just chill...

SHU, I know exactly what you mean. I've been working on my Ranchero (and a bunch of other stuff) for the last several years. I took out a 6 cyl, 3 speed and put in a 'scratch built' 408 with a toploader. Had to collect every part. The only thing I used from the original drivetrain is the 4 bolts that hold the fan on.

I still haven't started it, but I have friends that will ask every week or so if I have that old car running yet. When I say no, they ask "Well why not?". I don't even bother trying to explain.

Rick

Originally Posted by shumakerscott

The general public should not be allowed to make judgements unless they fully understand what is involved...

This is true about every thing in life, not only for are cars, so dont take their ignorance personally, they just dont understand...

I know it is not easy to restore a car, and I sure know it is 10 times harder to restor American car out of America, but I promise you, one ride around the block, you will forget every thing, so keep your head up and dont give up, and if you feel you are about to "sound a little bitchy" go work on your car...

Sometimes, I think it's best to leave "em hanging.
The less they know, the less they'll ask!
MikeR
Hey, Gary

Mother-in-law and some others "you still working on that car, what are you doing to it now, thought it was finished you were driving it."
Yea, I think we all feel your pain.

Is that a 65-66 Mustang I see?

Been working on mine for 18 years.....

It will make it all the better when you take em for a ride.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you SHU.