No, I haven't verified the camshaft timing--I will do that (check that the dots line up on the cam at TDC?) Not sure how to adjust that if it's off. I have checked the valves twice since--a couple were a little tighter than I would have set them, but not really out of spec.

I have the throttle wired WOT, but I believe the default position is WOT unless vacuum is applied to the diaphragm?

Thanks for the response!