"what would be a good source on how to degree a cam?"

http://www.compcams.com/Technical/In.../Files/145.pdf

Degreeing instructions begin on page 8. If you don't have a degree wheel yet, I recommend the Moroso 11" wheel, it's what I use. Part number MOR62190, $29.95 from www.summitracing.com
http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...09887&D=309887