[southernfriedcj]

Thanks for the replies, guys. It appears that the consensus is that the aluminum block is a waste of $$(it sure is trick, though). Cranky, why the 302 instead of the 351? Which crank, cast of forged? Which heads, intake, and cam? Better yet, you guys feel free to spec the motor and give me some pros and cons.
I hate to ask so many questions, but I'd like to have it built right the first time, and 5 guys would do it 5 different ways.

Thanks, Jim