I here'd about weathering/seasoned blocks are better for hp than new block for cast iron - new block will move and flex up until 100,000km
Idea is the hot and cold temp stop the cast iron from expanding/ flexing - taxi blocks would be good idea
I left the rb30 block outs side for 6 months bare wit the girdle and just befor sent to engine shop I went to cryogenics
I believe this theory works , some might disagree
crank wouldn't think be any benefits
only cost $200 shop in melb -http://www.cryocycle.com.au/
Gerry