So, lets check back in on this situation. The 318 has ran perfectly all year and even got around 15 mpg all summer long BUT....it's time to get the 360 going and back in. Under inspection the thrust bearing was tore up allowing the crank to move around so, I'm positive this was the vibration in the engine. Pulled it apart and put new bearings, rings, oil pump, timing chain. Upgraded the cam, bought a Speedmaster air gap intake for it also, picked up some Magnum heads to put on it. Short block is done I just need to finish getting the heads ready to go on. Hopefully this "off season" I can get the 360 back in, sub frame connectors on and do something with the leaf springs. I also scored a decent dual snorkel air cleaner to put on it. A buddy of mine blasted it so, yesterday I painted it up and put a new decal on. Before I get beat up over it...yes, I know ..not the correct style air cleaner and, I'm fully aware the decal is for a 74 360 car but, I like it better than the 75 decal.
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