[4Ever FE]

As I stated in my first post, I'll be installing an FE in my '68 Torino. The block is one of the dreaded service blocks. That doesn't bother me a bit as my last 427 used a service block and went over 30K miles w/no problem. However, I would like to know what the "V" code means? I've heard conflicting stories.

My main concern is what carb and ignition to use. Some particulars on this engine are as follows:

oem hi-riser heads
oem single 4 intake
11:1 cr
solid flat tappet cam w/600 lift 296 duration
1UA crank

Engine will be mated to a close ratio toploader w/3.55 gears. This car in all likelyhood won't have more than a few hundred miles put on it each year w/an occasional trip to the local strip where most everybody around here has the distributor on the wrong end of the block.

And, as I stated earlier, it's been several decades since I've tinkered w/one of these beauties so any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Brad in Central Oregon