x2. Shutting it off without breaking in the cam is not a good thing. Make sure the oil you use is break in oil and make sure it's all set before you fire it again. Starting and shutting off is what kills camshafts.
also - The intake bolts go through the heads... They can't be "too long". But, if the intake does not fit right, it will be hard to get the bolts in and started. If that's the case that's why the rear coolant passage didn;t seal - and it will do it again unless you address the mismatch.
So - when the intake is set in place with the gasket in place - can you start the bolts by hand (using your fingers) or do you have to use a tool and pry the intake or press hard on the bolt to get it started?
