Folks, I'm looking for some advise. I am learning alot about my 59' 292 in my f100. Original engine seemed to be running good when I go it and i blew a head gasket. I got the heads off. Ordered a new aluminum intake from John Mummert and the new head gaskets. When I took the heads off I found that there was a small hole in the drivers side front piston. So it looks like i'll need new pistons. Heres where I need advise. Whats the average cost to install these? Do I really need aluminum pistons and why? Or just get the stock ones for cheaper. Should I upgrade the cam? I have pertronix elec ignition with a street demon 625 4bbl carb with 2.25 exhaust and headers and glasspacks. Ideally I want to build a really strong daily driver with a bit more power than stock. I don't have tons of money but I can put a bit into it. Well I have to actually now at this point. Is this the point where I need to make mods for the old oil issues? what mods are those if i do need them?  ALSO if anyone can recommend a shop or mechanic in the Longmont CO area ( north of Denver 45 min ). i just cant wait to get my truck back on the road. I'm in love with it. thanks a ton. I am ready to make my check list.