Thanks for the info on Carl's shop... Took a look there and saw his spec sheet on block prep, looks like a good way to go whether it's an OEM block or an aftermarket block used for competition. Last block I got came from Comp Products, all it took was a phone call to get everything done right. Sure, it costs more, but quality work always does!!!!!!

I keep looking at the new Dart blocks, and when I do get one it will be bought from a shop with all the necessary machine work done and checks made. No reason to stick a bunch of money in parts for a block that may or may not be machined properly, parts are just too danged expensive these days not to have the extra work done on the block.... Just a matter of protecting my investment and making sure the engine is going to perform the way it should, and last for awhile, too......

Only thing I've seen lately that is correct "out of the box" is my Corn Flakes in the morning!!!!!!