New D17 puller build

Okay so bear with me. I have a series 1 D17 that I'm setting up for pulling. Right now it's running strong but I will be splitting tractor this fall after this season is done. It had sat for many years so the seals are all dry and it's leaking from front and rear crank. I figured while it's apart I want to build up the motor. I'm not opposed to anything. I am willing to run 110 if needed. Basically I'd like more compression for more power. I have access to machine shops and can do most of the machine work.
I've been searching the forums and reading all the info I can. I'm coming from the diesel truck pulling world which has grown too much for me to become competitive. But we have a great group of antique tractor pullers.
I pulled it last weekend at our local gas and steam clubs annual pull and didn't do too bad but my right rear rim spun out. Of course when I inspected the tractor before hand I overlooked the rim lock that was still sitting on my bench. Whoops.
As far as the motor goes. I'm looking for a good reliable combo. If I gotta regrind crank for different rods I can. What pistons and sleeves would get a good bump in compression? Are there any suggestions for valves? Sizes ect. Porting of the stock head? Cam regrind? Or does a stock Cam perform well? I'm open to all suggestions. I've read about different carbs. From a D19 to a glenenor carb. I will attach a AFR gauge to aid in tuning and I do have access to a dyno if needed.
Thank you for any help.

What is all involved in putting D19 Rods in? Im guessing same piston pin diameter. Crank Bearings the same size? Or are they smaller? Getting the crank reground wouldnt be hard with the shops I have here. OR does it need offset ground for more stroke? I do have access to a variety of D17 and D19 parts from a local guy. Im new to the tractor world as far as it goes. thanks for your help

Okay ill definitely have to check for availability of parts. And as for pulling yes to an extent. Antique class with a speed limit at most places. Some places have a rpm limit of 20% over stock. But that's not really watched. Usually biggest thing they check is drawbar height and length which I have already built the hitch and is legal. 

Do you have any info on what pistons would work with that to get the increased compression. I thought I had read about someone using big block chevy pistons. Also had read about flat tops from a WD Or WD45 that needed some meat taken off the top so it doesnt smack the head. Im not opposed to having someone machine pistons to fit the application. As far as cams go. Is the stock cam sufficient or is there a better grind that would keep the valves open a little longer to squeeze more fuel/air into the chambers? Is there room in the head for bigger valves? Or is the stock valve configuration good enough? Pistons is kinda my starting point once I get it pulled in the garage at the end of season. But if im gonna get things machined Id like to drop it all off at one time. Thanks again

Okay so maybe ill keep an eye out and talk to a few of my local guys. Otherwise custom pistons wouldn't be the worst thing if I could find someone willing to do it. Ill just have to get measurements and all that as far as piston pin size and location. 

I just seen that they do custom work. Ill have to check them out. Would flattops be better than dished?

They will start checking your rpm's when you beat them😉

DanWi wrote: They will start checking your rpm's when you beat them😉