http://www.flickr.com/photos/26209279@N00/Got it('06 America) running Thursday night, with only a few stupid mistakes. I couldn't even wait to get it out of the kitchen before starting it up.
Put about 150 miles on it so far, haven't really got on it yet and I already love the power. Looking forward to putting it on the dyno.
Mods now include K&N filters, 155 mains/TBS needles 1 shim/ 3 1/2 turns out on Brent's mixture screws, ported head w 1mm oversized valves, BB kit, and BUB slip-ons. I'm going to pop the valve cover next week to re-check valve lash; and I'll probably try advancing the exhaust cam then.
Very much thanks to everyone here who helped with advice and motivation and such. If you find me at the Smoke-out first beer's on me.