Dodge D100 project "Grim Sleeper"

Well today I came across a 340 shortblock all machine works done, just needs put together?? I talked to him for awhile on the phone about it and hes lookin to get $800-$1000?? I just gotta figure out what route I wanna go. I'm thinkin of getting a big 2bbl carb something like what they run on circle track cars. I figure if I'm going from stoplight to stoplight or 1/8 that will be plenty. What do you guys think? If I can get ~350hp the 100-150 shot will take care of the rest.