[kitcarbp]

I too switched to the NAPA cast Iron water neck that has clearance designed into the neck for 1) accessing water neck bolt and 2) clearing the edge of the distributor, just like the OEM part did back in the day. Its not a show quality piece, but if you wanted to spend the time, you could sand and powder coat it.

UPDATE: FAILED: The Cast IRON NAPA neck is cast in a place even worse than CHINA ! The casting core shifted so bad the bolt holes are askew !

I actually bolted it on and it leaked before even starting the engine ! I may have the Hedman (TRANS ADAPT) chrome steel one milled down and find a better O-Ring to seal it. I am back to square 1.