thats a lot of replies...cool. most of you seem to know what im looking for, thanks for all the info. i think if i get the slightly loped cam..whatever you call it...it shouldnt affect the gas mileage a whole lot i hope...and the headers...and exhaust...my dads 68 ford has cherry bombs on it, i like them. they were really cheap and i think they make his mostly stock motor sound pretty good. i dont think i can fit true dual exhaust under my car though without ground clearance issues. all i need now is money.