Thanks for all the help guys. I'll give Metric a call. I have a few specialized requests and I need to know how they can help.

Concerning the short v. long block, it is my head that is shot. I figure while doing some of it, I might as well do it all. The engine is old, high milage and not well cared for by the last owner(s). The rest of the vehicle is being restored, so the engine should get the same. The only problem is that I am running out of steam and time doing the resto and am thinking I don't want to do the engine anymore myself. I also want to ensure it gets done right the first time.

Thanks again for the help,

Steve