Fred's 289 FIA build

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Successful first start today. Temporary side pipe mounts as others suggested. Connecting J pipes to headers needed some extra work as the threads on the headers were a little rough and I had to tap them to get the studs to screw in. Luckily I had a M12 X 1.75 tap and didn't have to run to the store. So that was a success, but none of the gauges register..........harrumph. They light up so are receiving power, but don't register what they are there for. I'll need to figure that one out. These are the basic gauges one gets with the 289 full kit, first on the list "16009 - 289 style GPS Gauges (mph)". Was a little weird that none worked, but maybe that's good as a single solution could solve them all. Get that sorted then on to tire purchase and take it for a spin.