Thanks for the info! My friend just sent the rods/pistons to the machine shop, but luckily they didnt start and he cancelled. Appreciate it! He has decided to go w/CTR pistons. He wants to know what you would recommend doing next for his motor, I know this is a broad question, but maybe some advice is what he is looking for. Basically, he has a JDM B16A2, changed the camshaft(intake) to CTR, and all valve springs to "dual". Now he is planning in putting in CTR pistons, but leaving the head gasket stock. Also has I/H/E and MSD Ignition. His goal is to go all N/A. If there is anything you suggest he should do or that "needs" to be done, would grealy appreciate it. Again, thanks alot for your help and I know this question is very broad.