Wake up a 1968 318...

I have a 1968 318 with (what the PO says is a) dang 1 barrel carb that has no choke and I want to wake it up. It's in a van and I am not really looking for any major performance upgrades, but I feel like the motor has a lot more potential without doing all too much to it.

Does anyone here have experience with this? Again, mostly looking for reliability and mileage rather than ton of power. SOME more power obviously, but nothing crazy by any means.

Would something like this work?

Edelbrock 2176PK: Performer Power Package Intake Manifold, Carburetor and Camshaft Kit SB-Chrysler 318-360ci | JEGS

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