budget build 360

Hi Guys,

I am open to suggestions Budget=3500
1977 std bore long block 360 ran good when pulled.
Machining up here will eat up 1500-1600 of my budget
I already have chinese version of airgap used, 650 thunder series carb used, brand new xe268h cam and lifters, but my brother will buy them if I change cam, windage tray and an older set of bare j casting heads were 1.88's
trans and torque seperate budget.
My goal is to be reliable and fast if possible, this should give a few a good laugh.
I am currently looking for a machinist locally and have asked the boys up here for recommendations, and now would like your opinions.

Thx
Don