Very nice work Billy! I'd say you've made a lot of progress.

The radiator hose I can probably help with. If you can, bring one of those complete and pictures of the engine and radiator where they attach.

The valve cover looked like this, though I can't find a true before picture.
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/-6VpKgRsFgs6PnqBbaJ28dMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/nWr4RF_lS4E730XwnlN2eNMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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