distributer cap mods?

Johnny, you have the patience of a saint! It's really hard to go from behaving as if one source of info is the only correct one to being open minded enough to listen to other views and try their recommendations. pcj reminds me of my own hardheaded self, but I'm getting better.

And, pcj, what's this about not torquing studs because they'll break? My advice is to give the studs the field test. Pull the studs out, step outside and throw them as far out in the field as you can. If they come back, they're OK to use. While you're waiting for that to happen, get new, properly rated fasteners, torque them per spec and check for leaks.
When you're done, check to see if those studs have come back.

ATB

BC