I have my 383 from my 1971 cuda with automatic transmission all apart, and I need to put it back together. I was initially going to go with a stroker kit from 440 source, but I now think I would prefer to keep it more true to what it is.

However, I do want to get as much power as I can from the build, meaning proper pistons and piston to deck height, cam, and head work.

I want to use my 352 heads, intake, and HP exhaust manifolds. I don't need to spend top dollar on things. So, I'm curious about a few things.

1 - What pistons to use? I think my block will clean up at 0.030 over. I've heard bad things about the hypereutectic pistons.

2 - What piston to deck height, using the 352 heads. How much to cut the block and heads to get the compression correct?

3 - What valve for the heads? What valve sizes?

4 - What about the cam shaft? I'm thinking of using the Comp Cams 21-224-4.

Thanks for the advice.