[cpetku]

Replaced the timing gear and now have the pan off. No signs of rod damage, but the little tool to hold the oil pump snapped off in the block (snyders). To make matters worse, it didn't hold the pump in place either.

At least I know understand the sludge debate. Pretty thick in the bottom of the pan even though the drain plug has been out for two weeks...

Not sure how to get the brass thread out of the block yet as the inner screw is wedged into the brass thread. Probabbly time to start drilling...