" I like to use a little brush-on non hardening sealer like Permatex Super 300 between the cap and the block to prevent any seepage of oil between the two sections of the seal."

Very important, this step should not be skipped, it makes the difference.


1953 Chevrolet 3100
261 cu inch, sm420, 3.55 rear, torque tube still,omaha orange, still 6 volt, RPO green glass, side carrier spare, all done
In the DITY Gallery
Video of the 261 running

1964 GMC 1000
305 Big Block V6, sm420, the next cab off restoration