Manifold and carb question

:newb: I have a 73 318 scamp factory air that works, 2barrel carb, auto tran,all stock.I have a hole in the intake manifold where the electric assist choke assembly is located.So since i have to relplace the manifold i believe its time to upgrade.What kind of manifold and carb do you think I should buy for a weekend driver and thanks for any help.