[aks801]

Target: build a 427 SC replica with FE big block. Use for cruising, backroad blasting.
Me: minimal motor experience (used to have a '66 Mustang, rebuilt the starter, did some refinishing, some radiator work, no engine internals).
The look: want the car to have a "period correct" look as much as possible. Most likely will be a 390, or a 428, with new aluminum heads and intake.
Question: carb or fuel injection?

I liked the idea of tuning with a laptop, dowloading fuel maps, that kind of thing. Like the idea of using EFI stacks for that Weber look (except it is really expensive!).

But... I really want that traditional look, and it seems that a carb is the way to go. After doing a lot of reads of old threads, and seeing numerous engine pulls on dynos, everything talks about using carbs. I may get a book on Holleys so I can start learnin' up on what I'd be dealing with.

Am I going the right direction by selecting a carbed engine?