I am as surprised as you may be; yes still at it. It definately was acting like a wick. Well, guys. After getting heads back a second time, installing everything back on ( it took me forever this time) but did it. Here is what the latest is. Got him starting, letting him idle, shut off, check coolant etc etc. Last night I decided hes going on the road. Well, the moment i put him in reverse the engine starts pinging,. Got pisst off and still pisst off as the pinging is not going away. Today i removed passanger side valve cover since noise seems to be coming from there and noticed #1 cylinder intake rocker arm has slight play. It shouldnt, replace that lifter. A little better but pinging too much for comfort. Any idea what the hell would putting it reverse cause what I mentioned? thanks in advance