I understand. Thanks for the advice! If it is the just the top end, I'd like to make arrangements to tow my car up to you (I live in PA) and have it rebuilt. I have the passion and finances (sort of) to work on my car, but not the time or facilities (no garage). If it is the piston / rings, I'll go ahead and buy a short block. Question though, would it be better to install the short block and bring the car up to you for the top end or send you the block first and then haul the car up when it's ready to be installed? Sorry for all the questions!