Hi Terry
I don't spend too much time on this site anymore, but tripped over this thread and thought I should respond someway. I was aware of the
oil leak problem, but not the cut out before I sold the car. I have to say I wanted 377 to be perfect.
I guess my not driving the car enough the last couple years didn't help either. I would have bet money that
oil leak was those pentroof valve covers. I still think a set of aluminum covers would seal better.
I do hope you get to the bottom of both problems and they don't hold you back from enjoying your new car.
I have been sorting out my new car ( SFM6S1733 ) and found it to be everything I hoped for. You will never see a more solid 1966 Mustang anywhere, let alone a Shelby. It was a stolen/recovery car with parts stripped and the last two owners replacing the parts for a full resoration. Documented 4,599 MILES!
It will be a while but it will be back on the road with new Sapphire Blue paint. I have the shortblock ready to go with finished hi-po heads, correct intake and carb. Also the T-10 4-speed.
Meantime I am finishing the 347 stroker for 6S2293. Too much to do, with very little time. This real job gets in the way sometimes!
Best of luck Terry. - Gary