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First I would say really understand what you want to do with the engine. If you want a very driveable street car but one that has a bunch of power, I would do the following:
Edelbrock RPM Performer intake (Intake is probably half the price of the PI manifold and would seem to work just as well from what I have read from many who have tried both).
Edelbrock RPM Performer heads -these are great, relatively low priced aluminum heads with plenty of intake and exhaust size to allow you to make 450-475 hp.
Cam - stay in the 240's or lower duration @.50, lift under .600. This selection will not only dramatically affect hp, but driveability of the car, and selection of pistons and everything else. The higher you go here, the more tempermental your car will be, and the more expensive other parts you will need to put in it.
If you want a race car, meaning one that will be driven 80-90% on the strip, all of this is wrong of course but if you are like most people here, you want a car that will look great, sound mean, and still be able to start with relative ease.
Have fun!
J
I would back the comment about not overdoing the cam on your engine. I love a great sounding engine with a stout cam but limit yourself to the 240's in duration @.50 and lift under .600. Definitely stay hydraulic unless you are trying to build a race car.
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