Another opinion question

Duster340, I agree that you should put together your own engine. I like well 'seasoned' blocks better than new cores. They have been thru a zillion thermal cycles and have relieved themselves and they arn't going to 'move-around' like a newer casting will over time. Also peak torque occurs at max VE, and that changes on every combo depending on how well the heads work. Yes all being equal, more stroke means a lower point (rpm) in the torque curve. A long arm is a good thing to have. I am in agreement with Moper, BJR, AdamR, and the others that you would be better off putting this together yourself. Even if costs were comparable...you will have better results. You can control ALL details of the build yourself...and you have all of us to lend a hand, if needed... Good luck. Terry.