...it's a good idea to install the oil filter before priming the oil pump...

...put the valve covers back on before priming the oil pump...

...a box end wrench is not the tool of choice for installing tranny cooler lines...

...yes, you can put out an engine fire with a can of Mountain Dew...

...always get the core engine with all accessories and brackets attached; conversely, never try to mix'n'match big block accessories, brackets, and water pump housings from various vintages...

...while crimping the wiring connectors for the lights on your mechanical water temp gage, be careful not to slice through the sensor lead with the other end of your multi-function crimping tool...

...test your brand new water temp gage in a pot of boiling water before trusting it during cam break-in...

...not checking your oil for two months in a 200,000 mile engine results in large holes in the block...

...tuning around a massive vacuum leak just means you'll have to start the tuning process over when you finally fix the vacuum leak...

...30+ year old plastic is quite brittle...

...don't ask me how I know! I'll think of a few more later