Fresh engine, wiped cam? Tick? (new pics added)

I just thought of something too... At preload, if I am coming up with 7.200" am I suppose to add another .025 to that for pushrod length??

Then not to get ahead of myself here... but when I install the pushrods, Do I do the install for the 7.2" length, and then install the proper pushrods, so when I tighten down the rocker shafts there would be a .025 preload?

If that is the case the 7.24 pushrods would work If i set them at a 7.215 height.

I think I may have to re-learn something here? :sign10:

Also, I noticed my spark plugs are black? I take it, it's been running to rich, huh? I never messed with the carb at all.