[N2TRUX]

With the block painted I installed the waterpump studs. I added some silicone sealer to the threads to be sure they didnt leak. The S Drive kit uses a short waterpump to allow room for the spacer brackets to go behind the pump. It adds a second set of gaskets that make me a little uneasy based on my history, but I'll get past it.

I added a thin coat of silicone sealer to the first set of gaskets and installed the brackets. Even though they were clear coated, I painted them silver to match the block. I feel it well net a smoother look once done.