572 all-alloy hemi

[Empty Pockets]

...but I know that Tim does good work, and frequently HAS TO FIX THE MISTAKES of other notable hemi engine builders...

About 2 years ago, a buddy of mine had Mondello Performance (a loooooooooooong-time 'big name' in Olds engine building) build a 455 for his Hurst Olds. Yeeeeeeeeeew wouldn't BELIEVE the screwups the outfit made in even the SIMPLEST, most BASIC engine building/assembly processes. A LOCAL PERFORMANCE ENGINE BUILDER had to go thru my buddy's 455 and UNscrew what had been screwed up. (Just one small example: Would you believe two cyls had had 2 sets of oil scraper rings installed in place of the normal compression/scraper ring configuration??? There are PHOTOS proving that...as well as others proving a host of other things...)

However, in fairness to Joe Mondello (may he rest in peace), he's no longer with us...and, therefore, 'is totally blameless. Back when HE was running things at that shop, I seriously doubt this kinda stuff would EVER - EVER - have snuck by. Trust me on that. Joe was 100% "old school"...in every sense of the term...

 

[DakotaGT]

About 2 years ago, a buddy of mine had Mondello Performance (a loooooooooooong-time 'big name' in Olds engine building) build a 455 for his Hurst Olds. Yeeeeeeeeeew wouldn't BELIEVE the screwups the outfit made in even the SIMPLEST, most BASIC engine building/assembly processes. A LOCAL PERFORMANCE ENGINE BUILDER had to go thru my buddy's 455 and UNscrew what had been screwed up. (Just one small example: Would you believe two cyls had had 2 sets of oil scraper rings installed in place of the normal compression/scraper ring configuration??? There are PHOTOS proving that...as well as others proving a host of other things...)

However, in fairness to Joe Mondello (may he rest in peace), he's no longer with us...and, therefore, 'is totally blameless. Back when HE was running things at that shop, I seriously doubt this kinda stuff would EVER - EVER - have snuck by. Trust me on that. Joe was 100% "old school"...

Yes I am familiar with Joe Mondello's name and Oldsmobiles. I think the same problem exists in the Hemi world with Ray Barton's operation – if he were physically doing everything himself, things would be great, but his operation has gotten so large and his name so big, that his lackeys do the work, and quality suffers.

 

[Empty Pockets]

...his operation has gotten so large and his name so big, that his lackeys do the work, and quality suffers.

Trust me, sir, you'll get no argument from me there...

 

[Kingman]

My, but you are an argumentative one, aren't you?.

Wow! I thought I was engaging in a conversation where there is an exchange of ideas and information. Obviously not. Have at it bud.

 

[DakotaGT]

Wow! I thought I was engaging in a conversation where there is an exchange of ideas and information. Obviously not. Have at it bud.

Edit:

My apologies. It appears that I misinterpreted your comments.

 

[DakotaGT]

Update- car is finished, with the exception of the hood. I must say, I am in no particular hurry to finish the hood, as I think it looks pretty badass without one.

I finally have an old Mopar that will keep up with the new toys! Well, at least through the quarter-mile.

 

[Empty Pockets]

I LIKE IT! :thumbsup:thumbsup

 

[Sinovac]

Looks great. It should be a screamer. Bring that beast to Florida and I'll help you break it in.

 

[Copenhagen GT]

Great looking setup .... and great choice on wheels & tires also ... looks perfekt!!!:thumbsup

:cheers
Anders

 

[DakotaGT]

Thank you, gentlemen.

Paul, I wish that was a feasible option! What a blast that would be.

 

[STORMCAT]

Nice Collection Clint. I see you changed your forum name. This one is much easier to remember.. Looking at the 572 Hemi and carbs I would guess your family is in the oil business !! :biggrin

 

[DakotaGT]

Nice Collection Clint. I see you changed your forum name. This one is much easier to remember.. Looking at the 572 Hemi and carbs I would guess your family is in the oil business !! :biggrin

:lol Thanks, Brian!