Hi Ron, thanks so much for the detailed answer, I really appreciate you taking the time to write it. I will give it a try in the next week or two.

Wow, can't believe it's been 7 years since I put this up. One step forward and two steps back for a long time, but last year finally put up a pole barn so I can have the boat inside, a must in Montana. Just moved it in last week and have already got a lot done. Will be replacing all the decking and ...

Finally getting back to work on my 1963 Constellation. I have a pretty good idea of what to do on the hull and other woodwork, but I do have a question about the engines. Pair of 283s that have not been started in about 15 years. Always a freshwater boat, but don't know much about the history and ca...