Hotrod Lincoln and 1Ton_tommy-
Thank you guys for your guidance.
Hotrod- I found the book Ed Iskenderian “valve timing for maximum output”, 1956 on eBay. Apparently the “Top Tuners Tips” is included in this book. Figured I better grab it while I can. The owner says “the outside cover is a bit worn, but the inside pages are good, but hey it’s 65 years old!” I haven't read a book this old since “Sally, [censored], and Jane” days. There are a handful of at public libraries in the US and Australia but nothing remotely close to me. I’ll give it a read and see if I can sort out the details. Appreciate the valve lash tip also Hotrod.
Tommy- Thank you also for the recommendation on the exhaust manifold studs vs. the 2 bolts that are installed. Good catch.
Appreciate you guys!
PTCT49