I couldn’t use the original retaining screws Don as they would have been too short with those 1/2″ spacers which were needed under the armature plate. Some 1/4″ machine screws with the heads turned down a bit did the trick. The freebee ’79 donor motor never came with a powerhead. It’s a good thing I have a few parts for these motors including a couple of RPH blocks in mint condition and NOS pistons and rings put away. The new ’77 decals and cowl seal are here but I’ve been having a bit of trouble with a run or two in the paint. It has to harden for a few more days before I can sand it out and recoat the hood. At the rate I’m going, this motor should be ready for some trout fishing in the fall!
