340 Block Cost

IMHO, I would save the 340 block and pass it on to a restoration type guy.
Then find a 360 block for much less and build your stoker based on that for less money in the long run.
By stroking it and changing the pistons, heads, etc., it's not a ''magical'' 340 anymore for that matter.
And your right foot won't care either at that point as well.....

In post #15 he said he already owns a 360. 340 Block Cost

I wonder if it’s tore down to a bare block to see if it’s condition and if it’s got an overbore ??

The OP has put himself in a great position by networking with local people and giving himself a choice or possible backup plan.