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Old 07-22-2016, 09:22 AM
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Originally Posted by SD455DJ View Post
Here are a few more pics of the Formula as Dan finishes a minor fluffing. The front bumper filler is either the original or an NOS piece. Dan basically just cleaned the grease and road grime off the engine and accessory brackets to show off the original paint finishes and patina. Dan also removed the valve covers to reveal a very clean top end and healthy motor condition. He also Whistled the motor and it indicated a true 7.8 to 1 compression ratio vs. the 8.0 to 1 advertised.

Dennis
Nice engine bay "detailing". Well done!

I know that engine isn't gonna be "disturbed", but what a runner it would be freshened up, with 9.5:1 compression, a proper valve job with 1-piece valves and good springs, one of Dan / Mark's "068" camshafts and a sharp tune!

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