Carb CFM recommendations

Yes, you are right. That was poor wording. Best options is like favorite flavor. I doubt we will agree on what is best. And in carb world, sometimes it comes down to knowing what you are comfortable working on. I am not a carb expert by any means, but have always had good success with Carter, and Eddy's are basically a new version of them. I appreciate you sharing your experience.

I absolutely agree with you and Jason both here.
Put something on there that is easy to deal with, set it and drive the heck out of it.
600 is plenty for a driver 318.

I got my Edlebrock 600 electric choke out of the pick and pull for 40 bucks and it's been flawless on my 5.9 Daily driver now for 3-4 years.
They are also on craigslist for 100 bucks or less all day long.