Ryan, T_Quad, and others that I missed - thanks very much for the advice so far. Please keep it coming.

I figured on the new pistons being ~~ $500, and a full set of bearings being whatever they are ~~ $100? New cam ~~ $250

So for $800-900 I would have a 340 that "may" run the ETs I am hoping for, but would be a little less streetable with that cam (most likely)

If I toss another $800 at it for new rods and crank (purchase a kit instead of individually) - and the damper, I would have an Eheaded 416 that would be very streetable, and run the times I want to run, or better.

Can you tell I am leaning towards the stroker build?

Thanks again guys, the replies are very helpful.