Started my engine for the first time since the rebuild! It sounds really good and throttle response is much better!

The valves are a bit noisy, but I’m told that’s a function of the performance cam. Still, I expect it will quiet down a little bit after break-in.

Prior to start-up, I lubricated the cam area and “spun” the engine with the spark plugs out to distribute oil.

It’s not yet all roses and rainbows though…

It seems to have a pre-ignition problem and wants to keep running after turning-offf the ignition. When time permits, I need to check the timing, set the idle lower and may need to change-out the old mid-grade gas for premium.

For the moment I can’t run her for extended periods of time to tune the engine. The exhaust system is installed by the PO is minimal and very loud. In fact, she sounds like a track car. Soon as she’s ready to drive, I need to get it to the muffler shop…

Outstanding, Julio!! Good work!

Awesome! Congrats on the progress.

Good show old fellow good show performance cam, good choice.