mga hi-perf cam: to degree or not?

[code5 <code5@ibm.net>]

Hello--
I'm putting the HP ("mild road") cam from Moss into an overbored 1600.
I'm now looking at either: 1. an offset key ($67??!!); or 2. an
adjustable sprocket (+/- $280); or 3. not degreeing it at all since it's
not a race engine. Mechanic says degreeing is important, and that the
extra labor in using the offset keys eats up any savings in parts costs.
Any suggestions/insights/opinions would be appreciated--
John Vallely