congradualtions, on owning the best, easiest to repair engine that has the most aftermarket parts for it in the entire world. about your questions..
a valve spring compressor will probably come in handy ( the springs should be replaced anyway), lots and lots of plastiguage, various pullers, scrapers, and gasket remover is always nice. My recommendation is that you dont skimp on the engine paint. Get a good quality engine enamel. I have seen many people spray their blocks with cheap stuff and it peeled off literally 3 months later. Also, make sure you use assembly lube. When you get it all put back together, you might want to "pre oil" then engine. You can make a preoiler out of an old distributor or you can get them from plases like Summit Racing or JEG's. This is basically a device that goes in where you distributor goes and attaches to an electric drill. This allows you to spin the oil pump and get oil all over the bearing surfaces before the initial engine startup.
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so much to do, so little time.....at least i aint bored.
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