Fantastic information provided everyone. I GREATLY appreciate all the pointers and tips. It sounds like I just play around with all of these pointers and see what helps.
I have seen several comments regarding types of pours/pots. I am somewhat familiar with the bottom pour, but I have never seen a top pour or a smaller 1oz pour. Like I said, I am pretty new to pouring my own lead, so learning by trail and error and also asking for support (on here) is much appreciated. Thank you all very much, I want to try and find these other pours/pots you all are talking about!
Thanks AGAIN!