Ok, I've come to the conclusion that I will have to replace the valve guides in this engine.

The engine has 271K miles on it and replacement engines have been few and far between.

It's also an early/low VIN which I understand makes it even rarer.

I've been shopping here for valve guides and both the intake and exhaust guides available say "first oversize."

However, I have also found on another website "standard" versions of the intake only.

What should I get?

BTW, I am burning oil like crazy and some of it doesn't even get burned and ends up on my bumper.

Also, do any of you know which and how many head bolts I'll need?

It appears that there are a couple options.