Dont hold your breath on the Summit Codes. I was told the 10% off codes wont happen, Sucks too.
If I have the money I try to buy the big stuff firs..
A few months ago I had $10K to start a new race car project. I spend half on the car (roller) and had half to start buy engine parts.
The top end was the first to buy, and probably the most money too. So I buy the top end and rotating assembly...
Now I have a good start on the engine. I pick up a cam here, a Dominator there, converter etc...
The $300-$500 licks I can handle once or twice a month or so... I dont buy any parts with Credit Cards, never have.
Those $2K-$3K licks are hard on a working man salary.
Nothing wrong with buying swap meet parts either, I know some dont, but stuff like gauges, rear end parts, ignition box's, even internal engine parts if you know what your getting...