I get it, but the rods and pistons are too easy to pass up. The Icon pistons are a great value. So you could do as Don suggests, 6.385 rods and use the 7819 part, or scrounge a set of 6.135 rods (even some generic BBC) and use the 7817 part, saving a few bucks maybe. Many of the Ross sets have thicker rings and are a bit heavier, let alone $200 more.
I haven't had any flat tappet issues either, and Lunati (and others) have some really nice grinds and offer IDM drilled lifters, so I wouldn't hesitate.
Where I might hesitate is spending a lot of money on old iron heads. Add it all up first, JMO.
good luck!
I haven't had any flat tappet issues either, and Lunati (and others) have some really nice grinds and offer IDM drilled lifters, so I wouldn't hesitate.
Where I might hesitate is spending a lot of money on old iron heads. Add it all up first, JMO.
good luck!