Had a productive day out in the garage today, met a fellow board member, and sold a transmission. Have to say today was a good day. Thanks again Doug for the help, I really appreciated and enjoyed it.
With the help of Doug, we separated the engine and transmission, loaded the trans in his truck and put the engine on the stand. I then started a basic tear down and cleaning. I was able to get (3) header bolts out, two were already broke off and the rest are seized. Their bathing in PB Blaster as I type. Good thing I've got another set of heads.
The engine in its present state:
