David
The bolt is hitting on the lower 1/4 of the crosshead frame.
I need to get the crosshead frame UP or the engine down to make the clearance. If I could get the crosshead frame UP by 1/2" it would clear.

I am not clear what relationship the time cover has to water pump???

By sump do you mean oil pan? Did not think pan could support engine.

I noticed that the passenger side fender is slightly lower than the drivers. This became clear when installing grill. The Badge bar bolt is lower on the psgr side. Inside I see the fenders are held on to a large plate. If the fenders have slotted holes I could adjust that. Makes me think there was something that changed the proper settings. It is clear that the tolerances are very limiting.

Thanks-Gary

Last edited by gcarguy; 17/02/15 02:02 PM.

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