Thanks Brent! I might just have to call you. I've called or emailed 4 different really good (one you mentioned already) engine builders (I MEAN REALLY GOOD!) and they either are too busy and can't get to it for another 4 months or they just won't respond back, at all. I'll send you everyone in a PM or later, no need for everyone to know
. I just have a lot of questions and I just want it done right. This motor has a lot of meaning to me and the car is super special too. I found this car the summer out of high school and have been after it ever since. This motor is pretty standard 427 stuff but the TP heads really throw some more detailed work into the mix. The motor in the Shelby right now suffered a clasped lifter and three bent push rods. It's never been right as the owner says! I'll try to call you tomorrow to discuss more. This could be a very interesting build as it's not your typical 427 FE build. Thanks for the response! Regards, Matt