Advice on 392 rebuild

[Roger Scow <rscow@domain.elided>]

I decided to get second opinion on the 392 improved cooling that I had in my
Traveler.

The mechanics I took it to said "two bad journals, scored cylinder, cracked
head...".  A closer look revealed that the damage wasn't as bad as
predicted.  They quoted US$2100 for a rebuild.

The head had a crack in the casting, but no where near the water jacket.  I
got it repaired.  The block has no cracks and the cylinders are ok...not
scores.  There is a very minimal ridge.  The cylinders are .007" from
standard bore, but are in spec for out of round and taper.  I'm getting the
crank ground by a very reputable machine shop in Charleston, SC.

They are also installing new cam bearings.

So, I am going to go with the rebuild.

I've found most of the parts I need via North American Parts.  Their catalog
can be downloaded as a .pdf file.  I'm going to get a stand from Harbor
Freight Tools.

Do I need to go with oversized rings for cylinders that are .007" out?  I
don't think I'll need oversized pistons...and don't plan to bore the block.
I haven't ordered anything yet.

BTW, a remanufactured long block for a 392 improved cooling from Jasper
Engines  (http://www.jasperengines.com) was quoted to me as:

"Thank you for your inquiry into a Jasper Engine.
All Jasper engines include all new valves, valve
springs, lifters, pistons, piston rings and much
more. We live run test all of our popular engines
and test for oil presure, water leaks, compression,
and noise. Our engines will have a 3 year 75,000
mile parts & labor warranty on a non-commercial
vehicle and trucks 3/4 ton and less. If we could
be of further service or for more information
please call us at 770-968-4734 or 1-800-727-4734.

Pricing is as follows: (on exchange with good core)

Item #  Desc               Price     Core
176710  78 Intl Harvester 2816.89  1100.00

Thank You
Sales Department
Jasper Engines & Transmissions

*** Come back and visit our website again at:
*** WWW.JasperEnginesAtl.COM"

Which, as you can see, is pretty expensive, but has a great warantee.

Anyway, just thought I'd pitch my $.02 in.

Any advice on the cylinder wear would be appreciated.