New 390 I'm installing

[JimNolan]

Guys,
   Here's the new 390 engine I'm going to install when I get back from Gulfport. Also, the engine test stand I made for it. Works great. The engine is a inverted 105 block, 390 truck heads, 63 intake, mild cam, 360 pistons ( 9.2 ), new Holley 600 with 63 valve covers and air cleaner.
   I've got about 5 hours run time on the engine now. Oil press at idle when hot is 30 lbs, 60 above idle. I took my time on this engine. There's no leaks, drips or errors. I estimate about 280 - 300 hp with stock exhaust.

[jwtdvm]

engine looks good--where did you get color for cleaner and valve covers---I got some cans from Donahue but cant decide if they are right.--thanks

[F570RD]

Look'n great.A bit of vintage with the covers and air cleaner.Very nice Jim

[JimNolan]

The paint is called Castillian Gold. It's more brown than it is gold. After the paint dries it looks as if its got gold swirls in it. It's a beautiful paint. The website www.tbirdranch.com has the formula for it. Be ready to pay $160 dollars a quart for it. Most of the valve covers you see painted or on E-bay aren't painted this color. Wonder Why. Jim

[Jeff Norwell]

That's deadly Jim.. even if I post 5 years later..

[JimNolan]

Boy, that seems like so long ago. At least $10K ago. lol

[Jeff Norwell]

ha ha ......Same engine Jim?.... new heads?..I am sure you have had threads on it....but I have not checked..... looks great.