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First off, thanks for the replies.

Now to answer John in order.

213's

No. Tried to measure, but used the straight edge/feeler method. Obviously not accurate.

No square decking.

reconditioned BB rods.

Yes.

And finally, This is my first engine build adventure, so I expected there to be some pitfalls. I think that it is all part of the learning curve, and now I will know for next time. But actually, even though its frustrating, its still fun.

Moper, I think you hit the nail on the head with the word "functional".

I hate to say this, as I wanted everything to turn out perfect, but I think Im gonna have to take Bills advice and just run it and go from there. I am not in the position $$$$$$ to go for perfection. Disappointing, but reality.



your pretty much wasting your time at this point , you can't even remotely setup a quench using the parts you have in the condition they are in ... as cast and a block that has settled .
I question your .020 difference front to back considering the tools you are using to measure things , my question , even though its a moot point , is how are you measuring the clay , straight edge and feeler blades ??