You guys talk like a bunch of dimwits...You build them to race, not to idle around and save it for next year.
If you build them right they don't blow.
Pete, please.
Read through this diary.
They have built this engine right.
The nature of this engine build is so out-of-the-ordinary, so extreme, and takes into account so many anomalies unique to the basic design that Buddy and the guys are completely into uncharted territory.
They are right at the edge with this one - NOBODY has pushed a Caddy Flat-head this far.
And because there is no precedent, there is the possibility of failure.
Fordboy and I had the pleasure of sharing dinner with Buddy last week. Buddy is keenly aware of the potential for failure with this set-up. Having watched this build from day one, I can tell you that if it should fail, it will have nothing to do with failing to build the engine right.
I find your comment offensive - or at least, ill-informed.