So the re-built engine has a couple miles on it, 455. 1.6 roller rockers and hydraulic cam The valves were set on the loose side. After 50 miles i started to hear a clacking. So adjusted the valves. ( stock valve covers...) (was a very loose valve/ checked lifters)
Before the car would start better than a new truck.
Now it cranks/ cranks/cranks nothing.. like its out of gas...since i adjusted the valves.
I checked lash 3 times.

Next ? trying to get the brackets to align for the alternator..geesh..i must be a dumby, ive done it before with much success..but seems with all the bolts loose im off 1/2inch. I dont want to put too much pressure on the original aluminum intake (alluminum). Witch the intake bolt seems to be the one that needs to be tightened..Thank you

 

Figured it out, too much beer last night

 

Time is your friend with alcohol.... Tedd

 

They dont make it easy with 10 different parts to put a steering box and alternator together haha