Another 318 Build... Surprise!

Yes, I agree but I already have it and the rods machined and ready to go. I could sell it with the 273 block assembly and pay for the cast crank and rods to be reworked.
Honestly, if you get a good 318 I wouldn't think twice about using the 318 crank, rods, and even (watch out!!) the factory rod bolts. I've been beating on 318's (probably 35+ of them) for about.... 35 years and have yet to have one give way. But, I mean you have them and if you want to use them, they'd work great.