Got a little more done today. Finished the drain in the block, drilled the thermostat housing for the gauge, installed a tee for the oil pressure gauge. Since I have the engine out I also cut the mounting plate for the starter to make it easier to remove when it's in the tractor. As they come from the factory they are a major PITA. I'll get a pic of the mod later. Relocated the fuel pump from under the fender pan to the engine mounting frame like it is on the diesels. Put some primer on the frame in the front where it was nasty. Hope to squirt some yellow on it tomorrow if the weather cooperates. Should have the new hoses and the fan belt late next week from the Bota dealer, then the engine can go back in. Now it's cocktail hour. Later kids.
