My journey started in January when I decided to change my spark plugs. I noticed that coolant was leaking through the head bolts.Decided to pull the head which revealed some slight scoring on the #1 cylinder. I posted pictures, and the consensus was that I should investigate. So, I pulled the pan and found a crack in the piston skirt which caused the scoring. Re-assembled with new main bearings, new rod bearings, new pistons & rings. Rebuilt the distributor (including new bushings), rebuilt the carb, and did a bunch of other minor things while in various areas of rebuilding. Hit the starting button last night and ... nothing. The battery didn't have enough left to turn over a tight engine. In my fury I pulled the battery out of my Jeep, and viola !! It runs better than ever. Quiet, very good oil pressure (almost too good - 80 PSI when cold ???). Doesn't stumble on acceleration. I'm very pleased. Thanks to everyone on this board for all your help. I bought the F04 (just so Dell wouldn't scold me...), but the F04 alone isn't enough, this board made all the difference. -Steve
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