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Tranny dummy mounted to engine as I await parts. Cab tarped outside on sawhorses, removed the drive shaft steady bearing as the shortened truck's shaft will only be about 4" long now. LS style manifolds tuck in nicely and require no frame modifications. As stated earlier, I used Dirty Dingo 73-87 adjustable sliders and installed original 73-87 clamshell engine mount/stands into my frame. Works well, so far. We will see if the starter clears that RH manifold. Engine and tranny sitting in rails awaiting parts for the fuel system, exhaust system and brake lines. Dang...I missed Christmas. 😎

I also surprised my wife for Christmas with something she has had her eye on for quite a while now. She hates pulling the trigger on decisions like this, so I did it for her and made it a present and put a note in her stocking! "Do you enjoy Led Zepplin?" RAMBLE ON! 1962 AMC Rambler American. How the heck will I pep that engine up? I might have to get the old gas axe out again to make room for an engine swap. She wants it to "scoot quietly" and surprise people. How about a turbo ls, love? 😳

Hours are on the board for next time. Man, they pile up.

Merry Christmas all!