Yes, I quickly realized Summit could only serve some basic needs.
I did decide to go with a Summit #2802 cam and cooresponding lifters, and have heard good things about this cam for all around use. Can't beat the price either. Other than that, I bought my degree wheel and rod bolt stretch gauge from them. I am torquing the ARP rod bolts to the recommended stretch.
My #16 heads were rebuilt by a professional and are ready to go with the correct spring pressure for this cam.
I spent some time at my local NAPA parts store last weekend. My bearings and rings are on order, but I could swear that he stated the 4040M10 bearings Sealed Power p/n was different. The number had the 113 in it, but no mention of a "race" bearing. Still Tri-Metal and 3/4 groove though.
I am going with the standard 60 psi pump and new shaft.
Jim, it now makes sense with the adjustable crank gear you mention as I was not sure what options were out there.
I went with the one piece oil pan gasket and Viton rear seal from BOP also.
Any advice on a distributor gear, bronze replacement, or composite?
Also can you elaborate about the 0.030" hole in the plug? For what purpose?
Also, curious what head gaskets you are using? I know the #8518PT kit has a very basic HG which is crap for sealing combustion with our uses. The #1016 is better with the fire ring under the armor which is what I'll go with. I like the multi layered steel but I do not have the optimum service finish for such a gasket. Have you ever built with any MLS gaskets?
