The horse is dead

Step 14: On all heads, check for pushrod-to-tunnel interference, and correct as required. Some race heads may need considerable clearancing. Check before going through the pushrod length procedure. .002” is enough at tightest point during lift.Note: Pushrods can touch on their sides without problems as long as they don’t rub hard enough to tear a piece of masking tape off of the pushrod. Run them!
I didn't read that until I got the rockers. Apparently my reading on the website was incomplete. I for sure would've checked before I put the heads together. Live and learn. I just wish he had worked with me rather than be a big baby about it.