If you don't know about this resource already, take a look at
460ford.com :: Index. I'm ByronRACE on there as well, and there's a lot of pro builders on there as well as a lot of very knowledgeable racers.
I've spent several years doing the research and learning about the 385 series. If you'd like someone to bounce ideas against, feel free to call on me. I don't consider myself an expert in anything, but I am well read and have had my nose buried in that forum for the better part of 8 years.
Oh, and I have a couple of pristine production blocks sitting in the garage, and a lot of contacts...
Sorry to hear about the mishap, and really glad it was on a straight. Oiling the tires is no fun, but it's even less fun in a corner.
Byron