Hi Nabby,
Go through the Articles section while your reading. Just go to the Home button up top, then select articles. Read this information, then figure out a realistic budget for youself.
Do you want to spend $1500 or $15000? My long rod stroker engine alone went over $4k. An EFI turbo project has the potential of costing much more.
I generally figure out an Estimate, then multiply by the "CJ constant." (Estimate X 1.6 = Actual.) This is usually in the ball park.
This isn't like building a small block chevy. Parts aren't laying around in the bargain bins at flea markets, so it's going to cost more for any parts you have to order.
Good solid power can be arrived at from many different directions. Research them all before you get started. Figure out where you want to go with the motor, and build accordingly.
The block most folks prefer is the "BH" for performance builds.
This is for strength primarily.
For a mild street/strip engine, it's not really that critical. There's been interest in building cast crank race engines as well to take advantage of the lighter crank shaft. Choices.
There was a Nitrous F-body out there last year running a 100 Shot on an otherwise stock setup. Great performance, very little up front cost. Just fill the bottle and go.
Most of your build time should go to research. Figure everything out first! Once you have the plan, then build it. Changing things in the middle of the build will be costly!
It's all good fun!
CJ
