Aluminum 427 sideoiler & 5spd build advice

[rmarino]

Hello Club Cobra, I am a new member and this is my first Post. I am anxiously awaiting my Shelby CSX 4828 and have been told that It has been completed and awaits shipment to Vegas for final Inspection. I would like some recomendations/comments on the engine buildup.
I want to go with a Shelby aluminum FE block and heads and need some advice determining which displacement will be the best for my use. I have been told that the 427 cubic inch displacement is awesome for high revving applications and that stroker motors are not as exhillarating. Others say that the best way to go is is the biggest stroke you can go with.
The rear gear ratio is 3.73 and I am considering the tremec 5spd. This car will mostly be a street car in the New England area and may possibly see a novice race. I would like to be in the 600 horse range without driveability issues. I am thinking of using a Scat Billet crank and rotating assembly with a good quality solid roller cam.
I would appreciate any feedback anyone has on the engine build, to stroke or not to stroke and trans choice! My email is rmarino@professionalautomotive.com in case any one wants to email me directly. Otherwise I'll ck back in to club cobra. - Thanks Rick Marino