[DAVID GAGNARD]

Al;

My 2 cents on the matter......definitely go for it and don't look back, it's the only way to learn how to do it,you'll likely not get it right on the first try,few do,but not to worry,that's part of the learning curve.....

As Phil said, DO beg/borrow or steal a test/run-in stand,it's worth it's weight in gold,don't ask how I know this,but I built my own in an afternoon and don't know how I did without it......

I'd suggest that you buy a stroker rotating assy. from any of the many reputable dealers and then find a machine shop you trust and are comfortable with and have them do the machine work on your block/heads....It's even better if they are knowledgeable on FE's and have built or still building them, you could rely on them for advise if/when you have a question or problem......

Bottom line, jump in,it's the most satisfying thing when you do get it like you want it and have it in the car and can say:"I built that engine".....

Good luck and keep us posted on how things go...

David