Thanks guys for the replies...73rs how long did it take you to drill out your steam holes in those edelbrock heads? I have a feeling this clown that built this engine didn't do it. Also how deep do the holes go into the head? what do you need for the job just a good drill and bit?
I don't mean to ask a ton of ????'s but I've had problems with this engine already, for instance "wrong rear main seal", missing oil galley plug with drivers side head fastened to the engine, coolant leaking through the oliver main caps....and so on. I finally got the engine back after 5 MONTHS!!! ridiculous HUH. Needless to say it runs good now but I just have a feeling that they didn't do that.
One last thought...wouldnt the engine want to overheat after cam break in at 2000RPM and then idling? I know outside temp plays a big part in how the engine performs but I have driven it in say 40 dergrees with it still not even topping the 180 degree mark.