I would like to spend less that $2500 if possible. I'm not too worried about factory compression I'll be buying new pistons anyway I'm sure The block will need bored . The thin motor mount ears on the 67 block concern me (What does it take to break them ?)The 67 motor with the forged crank is probably my best choice other than the ear thing. What rods will the 67 motor have ( good ones or bad ones? )will the motor home rods be better?