1) I never said that I was going to have the engine balanced, I simply listed all the items on my invoice from getting the "race block" done. The only reason why I would rebalance is if I fitted non-stock items there where heavier/lighter, but a simple "reringing" doesn't constitute a rebalance in my eyes ... you are correct, it would be a waste of money, but I never said that is what I was planny

2) I don't view this thread as hijacked, so simmer down now

3) I type fast and this site doesn't have a spell checker, so I reserve the right to mistype words.

I need to upload the pictures, but last night I got the block down to the heads/valve covers/timing cover/oil pan ... everything else is off the engine. Hopefully tonight I can get through the rest of the motor and have a true shortblock before bedtime (normally 1-2AM for me)

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