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Default 85 FXRS clearance issues

Hello all I have been putting together an old evo motor for an fxrs I had to purchased heads for it since over the years they were MIA from PO so after scouring I found the correct ones they were decked .050 and had some valve work done but couldn't be sure on exactly what was done besides aftermarket springs the motor has an ev27 cam in it with stock length pushrods. I thought all would be cherry after reading other forums on the subject but when reassembling top end I have contact with the piston I used a .045 head gasket. My question is ebat would be the best way to go about this as far as adjustable pushrods, different pistons etc etc
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