Monster, my apologies to you for getting SO far off track on this thread.
Sounds you like have a great plan on a nice budget! I wish you well with your build. All though I've built many engines over the years it was usually because 'they needed it', just another job that had to be done.
But my ERA engine build was different, MUCH different. I really enjoyed it and still get such a kick out of firing it up and thinking, "Cool, I built it"! If I blow it up tommorow, it's OK, no regrets, only cherished memories!
It is without a doubt, the most significant automotive related exprience I have ever had.