85 Ranger V6 Restoration Progress

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10 tooth drive gear ordered, will be here next week.
So close to getting this thing running, just some minor leaks i need to fix.

 

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Small stuff im cleaning up until more parts come in! Its coming along together nicely thanks to these forums. I want to be show ready by the end of the year. AC and everything stock functional

 

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When i get around to doing my valve cover and oil pan gaskets etc, what material are we using? Ive seen cork and other ones. Is there anything additional i would need?

The tube for the exhaust manifold to intake on the driver side, can this be blocked off somehow? Or is it necessary to keep it?.

Where can i find a blanking plate for the EGR valve? (No more TFI)