Lifters are almost all restored and so far so good, oil pan is off, timing chain and cam are next, then I'll pull each main and check the bearings, and roll in a new rear main seal, and that's about as far 'down' as I'm planning to take the engine. Meanwhile, here's another example of how well the sonic cleaner works: the dizzy drive shaft - took it straight out of the engine and dropped it right in the tub; the difference and 'cleaning' capability is truly impressive - wish I'd discovered the utility of these things years ago.

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