Hi guys I had a similar experance in 1979-80. I bought a big block chev 434 cid from a private seller,short story the exhaust valve guides wern't sealed correctly-coolant in the
oil/chocolate milkshake!He said he'd take care of the problem,pulled the motor for repairs.The next week I tried to call him, # disconnected,went by his house he moved!This son-of a b@tch took me At the good old age of 15!His name,I wont ever forget it is/was ED MALOUFF! I hear,back then he moved to Texas.I'd like to get my hands and fists on him! I can only hope karma has come around to his house and family!With a vengence!Seems like someone is always there to take advantage of us hard working honest folks.Thanks for listening.
PS. I do belive in the force!May it be with you, my cobra brothers and sisters.