"Sounds like the guy who sold it to you used additives in the oil to hide some problems. Since I'm putting a 460 in my '79 I'm going to be selling a 400 .040 over, 22,000 miles, with new uninstalled Edelbrock cam, lifters, timing set, & intake. Also: Holley 600 carb, NP435, NP205, front & rear axles, new clutch kit, can't remember off hand what else, been collecting parts for a long time."
Charles what are thinking for a price on that motor?
"Good to see Val helping out, that's awesome! The cut on that bumper would be great. When my back heals up I will be back your way and can help."
Heal up good before doing anything else!