I get and respect the "100% original" guys. The way I see it: As of now, I want to keep this engine 100% original (at least cosmetically), or at least as close as possible. Then again, it is my engine and only my engine. I could chop it in half and throw it in the river and light the original boxes on fire, never to be seen again if I wanted to!
I've sold things, mainly in "waves" to help fund other purchases and/or clean out space. Once the money hits my bank account and I ship it, the new owner can do whatever they want with it. I don't care what they do as it isn't mine!
As for wiring, I kind of see that as a "consumable" object just like a light bulb. I want it to be original at least cosmetically. I plan on replacing the headlight lens. I asked my tech to try and save the original if at all possible so I can keep for the future. I also told him I want it to run and run for years trouble free so I'm open to anything to do that!
