I did forget to mention the smoke. I guess I haven't paid a lot of attention to the rear on start up but I see quite a bit in the mirror when I accelerate. It definitely has the smell of burning oil from the tail pipes.

I know watched a video of a rather crude way to check for piston slap with a long object down a spark plug hole but IDK how accurate that is or if I can even get anything in the holes with they angle they are at.

I will do a little investigating when I get home for good in a few weeks and update on the issue and ask any additional questions. I appreciate all of the feedback! Great forum!