Lots of work for a teen. have you looked into a Jasper or board sponsored reman 360? Cam it and go. IDK if a stroker 318 will run like a 'scalded dog' but it will pull like a pit bull. gotta watch your piston speed.....400 HP 360 Mags with carbs are not uncommon with just cams , intakes and headers. sounds like you already got those! (Maybe not the mag carb intake......)