I have to give you credit for trying to fix your engine the same way that every repair shop in business did prior to the 1960s.
Now you have the pleasure of pulling the engine and get in there and learn how cool (my opinion) these engine are on the inside.
Congratulations! I pity all of those out there who have never done it.
Carl


1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission