June 21, 2021

Engine Rebuild (Part 3)

Engine Rebuild (Part 3)
The completed engine, almost ready to go back in the car — looking really nice. Note how well the finish on the manifold and valve covers matches — that's the vapour blasting.
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Loaded on the truck
Maurice from Mastertouch putting the finishing touches to the engine install
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Maurice from Mastertouch putting the finishing touches to the engine install
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Automobile Appraisal Service
Correspondence from Mike DiCola
Correspondence between Mike DiCola and Gary Batson (Part 1)
Correspondence between Mike DiCola and Gary Batson (Part 2)
Correspondence between Mike DiCola and Gary Batson (Part 3)
Correspondence between Mike DiCola and Gary Batson (Part 4)
Power Brake Upgrade
Carpet Replacement
Pre-purchase Inspection
Rob Hackett Photo Gallery
Correspondence with Bill Gould (Part 1)
Correspondence with Bill Gould (Part 3)
Correspondence with Galen Dae (Part 1)
Correspondence with Galen Dae (Part 2)
Correspondence with Galen Dae (Part 3)
Correspondence with Galen Dae (Part 4)
Correspondence with Bill Gould (Part 2)
Correspondence with Bill Gould (Part 4)
Shifter Boot Replacement
The Blob
Paint Correction
Clutch Rod Boot Replacement
Power Antenna Replacement
Instrument Cluster LED Lighting Upgrade
Repainting the Wheel Center Caps
Restoring zinc-plated parts
Cleaning White Wall Tyres
Exhaust Manifold Restoration (Part 1)
Exhaust Manifold Restoration (Part 2)
Delco Alternator Rebuild & Restoration
Fuel Pump Replacement
Delco Radio Repair
Aluminum Valve Cover Restoration
Engine Rebuild (Part 1)
Intake Manifold Restoration
Engine Rebuild (Part 2)
Engine Wiring Loom Replacement
Steering Box Reconditioning
Engine Bay Restoration
Engine Rebuild (Part 3)
Heat Riser Delete
Galen Dae Restoration Photo Gallery
Mike DiCola Photo Gallery
Correspondence with Paul Nelson
Paul Nelson Photo Gallery
The Problem with Tyres for Old Cars
F40 Suspension Package
Photo Gallery – Possibly Gary Batson
Kelsey-Hayes Knock-Off Wheels
Awards the Red Rocket has received
Wilwood Brake Upgrade
Wrong hole!
PerTronix Ignitor Upgrade
Treating 'Shy Headlight' Syndrome
Dyno Tuning
Delco Moraine Caliper Deep Dive
Solving the Diff Ratio Mystery
Chris McInnes Photo Gallery
Rear Blower Motor Restoration (Part 1)
Rear Blower Motor Restoration (Part 2)
1965 Corvette Coupe at Mecum Summer Special
2023 Driveline Rebuild (Rear End)
2023 Driveline Rebuild (Clutch)
Installing a Diff Drain Plug
Urethane Be Gone
Exhaust System Replacement
Installing Heat & Ignition Shields
Professional Photo Shoot – Exterior
Professional Photo Shoot – Interior
Professional Photo Shoot – Details

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