Small block rockers?

They are better, but I've found that none of the "cheap" heads are really a bargain. Until you get everything right, with components you can trust, the end cost is very similar to more expensive heads. That being said, I understand budgets so you get the best you can afford. Sometimes that means taking more time and making the corrections as funds allow.
Understood, I didn’t necessarily mean the components as I know these need to either be replaced or checked, verified etc. I only meant as far as the rocker stand machining/position compared to the issue you brought up about speedmasters. Thanks again