"you didn't say you had a B20 block"

When the car finally just would not start, and I pulled the head and all the exhaust valves were burnt, I was thinking it would be more economical and quicker to fix the B18. But after a day or so I did change my mind about that. My other vehicle is getting me around okay, so that gives me time. As for money, I decided the B20 (having okay cylinder walls) lets me do top and bottom both. Without buying pistons. And I now own an engine hoist and engine stand from craigs list for $200. So there's no stopping me now. Until I run out of money. That's coming fast.


"Valve springs aren't expensive"

"Expensive" is a relative term. $16 each at IPD. Got another source?


"It's a good idea to check the oil pump while its easy to get at"

Green book for B18 (1966) says, "check that the tooth flank clearance is .006-.014 inch." Mine is about .012. The book also says "the driving shaft with gear is sold as a single unit". Is anybody selling such a unit these days?


"Rear oil seal too but the list could go on!"

I got hold of the new type of timing cover. I probably will seek out a back seal holder...or are the felt ones so bad?