[wbnapier]

Tom S - Thank you for the offer, my neighbor has one. I'll look to satisfy my curiosity, but the engine needs to come out regardless of what I see in the hole.

mgarblik - Yes, it was mildly misfiring under load, but not idle. This was my shakedown cruise, so I was planning on addressing those tuning issues today. Little did I know.

Formulas - I'll check for loose screws! Who knows, maybe I got grenaded.

Navy Horn 16 - Yes, I am pretty sure the machinist would warranty the work. I haven't spoken to him as this all went down today.

But, let's be honest, who's more likely to have a made a mistake? Me, the first time engine assembly guy, or him whos been doing Pontiac engines before I was born? I also selected and ordered the majority of the parts independently. It's all very tricky. Maybe he'll cut me a deal on a short block. Who knows...