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The restoration for me was more on the cosmetic side to begin with. Loads of rusted panels. Bunch of caked on crud. The engine I pulled to make those repairs happen and thought since it was running without issue it was a spruce at best. I am learning as I go throughout this restoration or whatever the right term is in my case. I'll definitely continue to price out and look to budget the engine issue. Not giving up and really dont want to kick the can on this. Its hard to gather up the time and money like you said, I'll do my best to make the right call.