That sounds like quite a trip. It's not really a trip if there isn'r some kind of car trouble. I'm already planning next summer's Texas trip.
I put all 4 pistons in and came up with measurements of from + .020" to .023". My buddy and I are headed to the V&T Railroad shop tomorrow to take .025" off of all 4. Then I'll be able to measure piston to valve clearance and figure pushrod length. Meanwhile working on header, valve cover, and side cover.
