what valve seals after machining guides?

Iron? Factory? RHS? EQ?

MRL gave some good info on the valve seals.

However, you still need to do some measuring yourself or verify the measurements when you get the heads back from the machine shop. If you are trying to 'blueprint' the heads then naturally the goal is to have everything measure the same wherever possible. If it's just a basic rebuild, it's probably not that important.

Do you have a checking spring? What about a valve spring height micrometer? You may (or not) have to shim the springs to get the installed height you need. Probably should also check retainer to guide clearance once the machining is done.

Factory magnum heads, basic port work and a valve job. I do have a checking spring but not a vs mic.

I think MRL was referring to LA heads as i just measured the guides and they are .530" in diameter and .372" from the spring seat to the top.
Already measured current ret to seal is .540"

From what i have read there is generally a .020" to .025" lift loss from advertised lift on the roller setups, does this sound about right?

I appreciate all the help, still kinda new to the machine work side of engine building and want to make sure i cover all my basses and learn everything i can.