Micrometer is your BEST friend! Plastigage is a good second opinion. Make sure all crank journals are in spec, and not scratched or nicked. Make sure crank runout is within spec. Use quality bearings, and triple check your clearances.
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1999 Honda Civic Si
1984 S10 355 small block drag truck
1971 Toyota Pickup Converted 4x4
TR em1 crew #43 