Yes, I am in my second year of Algebra, Algebra 2/Geom. Don't worry about the painting. After restoring the Mustang, I think the painting is under control(not that you knew this). I was in charge of all the interior door panel painting, and the man that gave me the engine is an old-school rodder thats retired and he paints cars. He is the one who painted our Mustang. I am really wishing I knew how to post a pic right about now... Also, if I wanted to, I could spray it with a gun instead of a can, you know like with the same paint as the car so it will match. I dunno though, I have the laquer thinner, and am using it to clean parts. It works great! My dad likes all cars, he has a Mustang though becuase he has had it since high-school. It was my granpa's. The 305 engine is in bad bad shape. When I remove the oil pan, I found a chunk of piston, metal shavings, a gear from the oil pump, and just some really disgusting oil that I don't think was EVER changed. The valve covers had small dents, and the edges are bent, so they would take too much work for what they are. The oil pan had that disgusting sludge stuck in it, but I suppose you could reuse it if needed. I will save the pistons just in case, 'cause you never know when you might use them. Also, on getting the old paint and grime off the engine, what about a sand-blaster. Had any experience with them? Are they worth the trouble, or a waste of time? Once again, thank you for all the advice.
Grant