Also an exhaust pipe sheared at the head

Grockle, I think we need to be very specific about the model year. I've done a bunch of the upgrades, Empire kit, new rear hub, removed exhaust baffles, out spaced the timing cover etc, plus moving out the pedals, smaller steering wheel etc etc. I just simply can't think of enough reasons to drive the car OR work on it. I've had a lot of interesting cars and motorcycles in my long (81 years) lifetime and the M3W has to be the most fun so far. Enjoy your car!