Well, the plot thickens. I had plans the pull the bottom-end of the motor out this coming weekend. But, so as to give it one more try, I decided to probe around with my Craftsman magnetic retrieval tool. Well, I probed around a bit, and all of a sudden I noticed the magnet was off the end of the tool. Now, it seems, I have a 1-1/2 lb. magnet in there also!

It's that friggin "Murphy's Law!"

Well, I went and discussed this issue with AMI Racing engines, and they offered a "wimp clause" for me. They said, "bring the bottom-end to us and we'll split the case and get the pin & the magnet out and put it back together for around $350."

Ouch! I feel neutered!

More to come...

-BT

"Speedmaster" is a title not a name, - and the title is not plural.