darn, Denny,
Interesting post.
Why didn't you post this last week? I painted my 261 on Wednesday and I could not decide if it should be painted with sheet metal on or off; also, it is interesting to note that the clutch housing and plug-hex were also painted.
At least your post did not re-open the engine color debate. My Alpine Green 261 is just what I wanted (and exactly matches the color of a never-installed 261 that we obtained a year ago).
Tim
