Aloha Aigel and RS Targa,
Thank you for the comments. I agree, and this is the path we are heading down.
I have begun reviewing the various sites out there to find out what else should be done when the engine is out ( I want to avoid the temptation to go deep... if you ever remodeled a house you what I am talking about
I will replace the studs and thanks for the suggestions on new valve guides and various gaskets.
joe