Tex,
There are so many kits out their just depends on features price and originallity. I looked for 2 years before I purchase and would be glad to discuss my opinions with you just e-mail me your phone # and I will e-mail you my #, E-mail is
tpumpelly@woh.rr.com
In the price range of the ERA look at the Kirkham(more $) and supper performance. Unique and even Midstates are a nice in between ERA and FFR. Shell valley, A & C, B & B and many others are all nice cars for there own reasons. Best advise I can give is do not get rushed and decide on just what things are important to you ex. drivability, originality, price, staight axel, IRS, build yourself or a drivable car or something inbetween like a turn key minus.
Engine wise I have both a 428 and a 427 and I lke them both for their own things as well. 427so has a better oiling system so it is easier to make live with all out HP but if diveability and 450 to 500 hp are your thing and less expense the 428 is awsome. 427 parts are not hard to find anymore (with all the new parts being made) they are just expensive.
My $.02 worth
Doc