Thanks Hombre and Lamin8r for that info. Nice looking engine Hombre, nestles right down in there. I was wondering why the Chevy water pump swap was available because it looks like the stock DeSoto was very compact itself. Makes sense if you can't find them any more. I already told my Son to dust off his MasterCard, it's gonna be a bumpy ride costwise.

Don probably hasn't seen this thread yet as he had to run yesterday right after we picked up the engine and put it to bed in the shop. I'm sure he will appreciate all the info you guys have given too.

Don

Don