Well, the kids got the brakes and fuel system all finished. Now they can start on the engine assembly.

It turned out the block had a small crack so we had to use my spare 440. This one turned out to be excellent. It cleaned up easily so I had to decline rumblefish72's amazing offer.

Is the 8915PT the head gasket of choice for a 10.5:1 engine?
Also, I don't see any valley pan gaskets with the heat crossover blocked. Does anyone still make them? Thanks!