My mechanic called me this morning. The Angry Tortoise is back from the frame shop. He sent me pics.
It actually looks pretty good, considering what they had to work with.
And, the head is done too. Ready to install.
Now, on to the paint shop.
Oh yeah, and the question still remains: Do I redo the bottom end as well while the motor is apart.
Decisions... decisions...
(as of this writing, I am still deciding. Still.)