MRL 318 Stroker Build

As a home builder, the very first problem is having a good & qualified machinist understanding that YOu want to put it togther. There is also a understanding between my guy and myself that if there is a problem that happens, I'll bring everything to him.
(Then he'll tell me I told ha so! LOL!)

The second thing is understanding everything when it is going togther. As a hobbyist, understanding what you see and what can be missed and why or how is the biggest next step. I have not had any issues so far. From General rebuild to 11 second mills, so far, so good.
I also keep it simple. Reject anything outside a easy fix. If I end up with an odd set of deck heights, I'll just have the machinist do the whole short block and then see where we stand when I bring in a set of heads and a intake.

Sometimes this stuff gets a bit screwy. This is where a guys like Mike accel and become worth more than you pay for when the engine is done right and results like this take place.