couple last questions before its up and running

[Taylor Collins <tyco1983@yahoo.com>]

Hi All,
I'm about to have my '69 2000 up and running, finally,
but I have a couple of last questions.  My brakes
obviously need rebuilding, so would it be cheaper
buying some already functioning calipers or rebuilding
them(is there a specific kit i need??), and lastly, is
there any safe amount I can have removed from the deck
of the block to up my compression a bit??  Enough to
where the tensioner can still make up for the slack??
Thanks-Taylor Collins
'69 2000

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