Well, I pulled a "Hank" on the way home from Tucson this afternoon Just north of Picacho peak something went seriously wrong with the engine - my nearly brand new Smeding 347 stroker. Richard and I were heading back and taking it relatively easy. Suddenly there was a terrible noise and I immediately pulled over. The engine was still cranking but making a very loud ticking/thumping noise. I'm guessing a broken valve, push rod or maybe a lifter. Richard and Dan stopped to help out but not much to be done. Had it towed to Phoenix and I just got home (7:30). Not a great way to end the day.