How much does it cost you to prep a block?

[Boss 351]

wash + testing (magnaflux & pressure tested)
frost plugs & installation
overbore .030 each cylinder
cam bearing installation (and checked)
crank checking (polish if needed)
line bore
milling deck (to minimum needed)
balancing (complete balancing)
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$1038 CAD

That doesn't include pistons, bearings, or anything...

 

[BDASPNY]

ttt

 

[352Ford2]

last time I did it it ended up being about a grand