-roller cam setup for an LA is more expensive than starting with a magnum based block
-High quality peripheral components: Kevco pan, MSD distributor, MSD wires...
-labor intensive intake porting
-full all new scat rotating assembly. Including rods.
factor that stuff with the crate kit (sponsor). He’s in same range. And gets a custom tailored motor to meet his needs with personal guidance.
-bore and hone was $300
-I think it was true decked to the rotating assy. That’s more labor than just deck surfacing $250