I will be installing J-heads with 2.02 valves on a 1975 318. Part of this install will include an LD-340 intake and an XE-262 cam with the goal for a nice street cruiser, not a racer.

I am curious to know if it is necessary to notch the top of the cylinders for valve clearance given the 2.02 valve size? I am planning on a set of Fel-Pro gasket set with standard ~.040 installed thickness.

Is there anything not so obvious that I should consider before I go down this road? All of this is based on the assumption that I have a standard compression ration for a 1975 318, 2bbl motor.

Not looking for specs on a fancy small block build but more of simple notes that I should not overlook before I begin the teardown on a weekend project.

thanks!