Sure, I am very honest... check my critical jag listing for a reference:

http://www.190revolution.net/xjs/

The final buyer actually said that I was hard on the car. Whatever the case, honesty has nothing to do with it.

I simply would not let someone perform such a complex operation on my vehicle in my driveway because ... frankly, I dont trust anyones mechanical abilities untill they are demonstrated to me. I wouldnt want to learn the hard way that they didnt know what they are doing.

For instance, if the IP fuel source is not disconnected, turning the car over would squirt hot diesel all over a hot engine. Rather dangerous.

If I were you David, I would take the car to a reputable mechanic for a compression test. Also have them check the condition of the shocks, springs, brakes, engine accesories and belts, wheel bearings, flex discs, cam wear, etc. It is worth $250 for a very thourogh inspection, because as I learned, $250 doesnt get you very much in repairs.