1. Set a performance goal
2. Find a shop that does precision machine work
3. Have any kits that you do buy checked
4. Work with a pro when selecting your cam. Someone that is familiar with mopars.
5. Keep compression 9.5-10 with cast iron 10-10.5 aluminum heads
6. Keep quench around .040


Getting old just means you were smarter than some and luckier than others.