Does the block need any machining (bore, line hone, deck, etc)? If so, Id just have the shop braze it. It will only take them a few mins and they likely won't charge much since you'll be paying for more work. Just a thought.
Unfortunately I just got it back from a 'machinist' who I now realize isn't very thorough. But I guess I didn't pay very much. Pretty disappointing. So I think I gotta sort this one my self...
