One of the principles at the shop has a large place that they work on boats in. Not to high jack or give info away but the OP already did changed the transom assemblies and oil coolers as they were junk. I guess while its down the drive should be sent out and checked. To bad Galen at speedmasters passed away.

Where it is at the wood in the transom and stringer can be checked,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, believe me.

As for the rest of the boat,,,,IDK what shape it is in. It sucks but at this point what do you do? One way I look at it is when it gets done it should be solid, he will know what he has and the only way to really get money back is use the piss out of it.

And if he starts hanging with our group he will!

Ancho, if you want me to delete I will.

Starboard engine dynoed today. 358hp. So, the heads are coming off this one too.

ouch. Must be down a couple cylinders

Heads off. multiple exhaust valve guides worn, but are replaceable on these Dart heads so all will be replaced. Valves are not marine spec, are automotive spec, and will be replaced with appropriate marine spec. Valve springs weaker than they should be. No evidence of significant lower end damage but prior builder did not properly hone the cylinders and so the ring seal is not good. So, bottom ends will be disassembled, fresh hone, new rings. Pistons are in good shape and will be sent out for teflon coating.

I know its been on here but who was the builder? Did you decide what to do about the cams, with one bad you just going to Hydraulic?

Builder was White Performance and Machine White Performance and Machine - in Tennessee.

Haven't decided what to do about the cams yet. I think going to hydraulic makes sense but we have not had the conversation in any detail yet.

Hate to hear all this man. At least you found this before it became catostrophic.