I really think he is going about this rebuild backwards, and I realize most of that is due to age and inexperience. The engine is the LEAST of his concerns now, he doesn't even have the car home or know if he can get a title to it yet.

My advice would be to stop this relentless search for a 216 and concentrate on the two items I mentioned above, then, when you get those straightened out, concentrate on the frame, running gear, and body, THEN worry about what engine you are going to use.

This whole thing reminds me of a T bucket we bought about 5 years ago. The frame and suspension were an abortion, the body was rough, but the kid we bought it from had about $ 4000.00 worth of chrome windshields, shifters, wheels, tires, and other "goodies" packed in his bedroom. He finally got discouraged and sold us the whole shooting match for $ 1500.00. He should have been getting the grunt work out of the way first, but his youthfulness steered him to buy the pretty stuff first.

It's like remodeling an old house that is falling down and making your first purchases a hot tub and swimmimg pool. Fix the foundation first.

Trouble is, I don't think Zak will heed any of the advise he has asked for.



Don