6.1s are steap even used. 5.7 can be done real cheap. Its the ignition or efi part that can get costly unless you know how to find and what to look for on the cheap side of expenses.
Realisticly you can get a running 5.7 for 1200 with needing induction and controls either efi or carb and ignition box. Megasquirt being rather low cost plug n play for stock engines. Adjustable for future mods as need.
