To answer a few questions.

Im running a th350 built by me, I've done a few extras that will make it run a lot better. I regeared 1st gear. Makes the launch a lot better but not exactly sure how durable it is. We'll see!

Um, "Vortecs are only available in iron"

I don't think so?

I'll look at some vaccum secondary stuff...

I may not want a cam with that much lift, if things go the way i'd like them to, I'll be having to drive this engine everyday so I'll go milder. This will give me some leeway on my heads.