Looking good but I'm still questioning the freeze plugs in the rear ports of the heads. Is it an illusion or are they installed backwards? It looks like the convex side is facing out.

64F100 57FAIRLANE500

No. They're all good. I'm gonna paint them. Got some good info from my mechanic about prepping and what he's done. Just in case anyone is anywhere near the south east of Arizona, I'd highly recommend using Benson's Engine Machine in Douglas AZ. Very patient, smart, personable individual. Price was right, and he had to put up with a lot of issues from the pistons mfg that had problems delivering what they promised when expected. Cudos to Grant Benson.
I'm still masking off the engine. Never did this before and trying to figure out just what needs to be marked. I figure that any holes with threads in them need to be plugged, and nuts covered, cover where the water pump goes, where the exhaust manifold gasket goes. I guess that's about it. If anyone knows anything else please tell me. First time doing this. I do have hi temp primer and hi temp paint from Hirsch. Oil pan and pump, heads are all on. Just want to make sure I know what I'm doing, or what experienced people tell me to do. I really appreciate all the years of experience you all have and give to us.

Brad
Sierra Vista Arizona
1954 Lincoln Capri