lextreme currently has a group buy for ross forged pistons in overbore sizes and whatever c/r you like for US$700
ill be looking into piston design and manufacture for NA engine once ive got my cams out of the way.
for rods, you should probably check out: http://www.v-eight.com/tech_forum/index.php
note the standard rods are not forged. note the alternatives available inc modified stock toyota 7m rods. tehres an article on there re: the benefits of peening, and a contact no for a guy in western syd with all the gear and a background in metalergy and materials engineering.
i wouldnt do it decking the heads- youll run into isses with the heads/water bridges. also as its one long timing belt, you may have issues with that too...
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