More progress this evening, but no pics. This is due to the fact that the work was largely routine. M112K type power steering pump was removed, to be replaced with a standard M112 pump, which has a slimmer front profile for clearance. I need to acquire a set of crows feet type sockets to get at the power steering pressure line, which is pump specific. That will get done tomorrow. Under the car, torque converter bolts were installed, transmission electrical and cooling lines installed, and lastly a dipstick for the transmission. This is a 5.7L Hemi version of the NAG1, and it uses a different dipstick tube than the M112/M112K/M113K setups used. Unfortunately, the 5.7 tube put the end point right at the "Y" for the air intake. After some time in the vise, and several trips to the bench grinder, the tube has been modified (while retaining original length), and bent towards the passenger side, exiting just above the #4 ignition coil. This setup will allow the use of a standard B&M brand dipstick, made specifically for the Hemi version of the NAG1, which means a real filling tube, with a real functioning dipstick. Definitely happy about this one!

Tomorrow, there is some cleanup work with the transmission shields for the electrical plugs, the right side exhaust downpipe, and then back to the power steering pump. Saturday looks clear to be a full day in the shop. Hopefully some major progress will happen then!