As Jon has mentioned, some of the cast iron pieces we're heavily "aged", so we opted for the Cast Iron Grey coating, turned out really nice. I have a special tool arriving this week to aid in the installation of the stock springs. Stock height springs are a challenge to install, can't do it without compressing. Struts are assembled and waiting. So far all is coming long nicely on this car.

I have had good success using a product called "Cast Blast". It makes cast parts look like they are brand new also. I have used it on engine blocks, rear brake drums and center sections etc.

Long overdue update: The FHP is back on all 4 wheels, the rear end, brakes and fuel systems are buttoned up! Next step is to get the engine back in shape then onto the cosmetics.

the 83 and Chris' 84 hanging out in the shop.