Off to the Antique Boat Center in the morning to get an engine. gonna be a long day in the snow on the road.  Rummer has it that there isnt any snow in cinnci, we can only hope. I am not convinced that its cheaper to drive 12 hours to get this motor than it would be to have it shipped but... developing personal relationships in this business is valuable. I will be meeting the seller in person and you never can pass up making stronger ties.