Under $4k budget build LA360 build

Captainkirk said
"Gasket match" port job is generally cheap and could actually be done yourself. But I'd check with the shop. If they'll do it for a hundred or two it's well worth the investment.

I was planning on doing a gasket match and clean up myself, but I’ll ask the machinist what he thinks and what he’ll charge. As much as I want to do it myself, If it’s a wash price wise after purchasing equipment, he might as well do it.

Captainkirk said
Speaking of books...you really need this one, too.
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I could only find this version from Larry Shepard that’s available for delivery this week. Same author, but it’s a little different.