My 75 Finally Gets The Attention It Deserves(This Could Take a While)

I just saw this thread now. Hello from a fellow Pittsburgher! I'm just about to yank the 225 for a 383 swap in my '75 Scamp. I'll be doing the same thing - cleaning up and painting the engine compartment.
I'm fairly new to the Pittsburgh area. Moved here in 2017 from Los Angeles. Thanks for the welcome!

I'm told it's called project creep.
Yep, I've heard of it. Had hoped to avoid it as much as possible, but being afflicted with a healthy dose of perfectionism I suppose I should have known better.