Advice on checking the bottom end

[Benzsc1]

Hi ya guys hope all is well on here?

I have started stripping down my spare D24Tic that is forming the basis of the engine for my VW LT. Just checking have any of you got some D24 specific tips/signs etc for checking the bottom end once I have the head off my check was going to be as follows whichI see as the basics needed.

1) Carry out compression test (Engine is out but I am sure this can be done)

2) Remove cylinder head check condition of the head face and combustion chambers all being weel send of for a skim and possibly a port and polish

3) Check the bores for scoring and condition of piston crowns

4) Ensure bottom end spins freely + check for excessive end float???

Is there any thing else I can do or need to do before refitting the head etc with out stripping the sump and crank?

Cheers guys

Si