All terrific info but it sure is not an easy decision on which direction to go...

Street to strip time would be 75/25 percent..
Ive assembled several motors in stock form so I am embarrassed to say my high performance knowledge is lacking ...But I am learning quickly thanks to friends, builders and info from you guys...
Im sure I want what most would like..A reliable pump gas motor that sounds like it belongs on the strip yet can be driven easily on the street. Doesn't dip in your wallet every week..But when the loud pedal drops you can see some air under the front tires... And has a ten as the first number on the ET time slips...