Turns out I was worried about nothing. I think that the instructions and words of caution are so even guys with custom everything can use the same instructions I do.

I used the stock pushrods and set lash and then 0.050" preload, all the rockers got adjusted well within spec. I'm getting very anxious to try this engine out with all the upgrades...I just picked up my new 2000 rpm torque converter, too Maybe the engine *won't* blow up when I turn the key!