Amervo - it sounds like going with the electric pump is the best choice - er, that is, best choice if I want to drive a time bomb - between the chain breaking, and taking my numbers matching (I think) engine out with it, or having an accident and having the pump feed gas onto the wreck.

Honestly? I feel completely indebted for all the time you've already spent, and the massive amount of time ahead of us! (and shoot, I can't even buy you a case of your favorite beer for starters!)

I'd like to get this done right, and tear into the engine, look at that eccentric, fix the timing chain issue, and the slight coolant problem. Let me know what I need to buy (parts, special tools, a pan to hold the fluids?, etc) - and we can work on getting that car into the garage... somehow (anyone want to help push?!).

Luckily, I think I can remove the alternator and power steering pump myself (er... right?) and get a head start on it. I could probably pull the fuel pump as well... now where did I put that drill bit?

You know my schedule - available on Monday, and Thursday nights... and some Fridays (but not this one - I'll be at church playing guitar). Let me know when you want to start "day 1" on this project. I'll get dinner better than pizza or burgers this time! :p