11.5's

The cost of a new decent carb is in there, I include headers in teh cost of a good exhaust system, so they arent, and the distributor I'd simply recurve the one that comes in the core...Or an over the counter stock electronic for $25 plus $40 for the curving stuff. But you're right, there would still be "misc. stuff"..two oil filters, a case of oil, plugs, tune up stuff, belts, hoses, air cleaner, mounts/brackets,pullies, etc. all will add up, if you dont buya complete usable core. As I said, there are ways to "get by" without all new stuff, and limit the machine work. It can be done cheaper, but the important stuff gets compromised whenever you make cuts. The end result usually ends in some level of disappointment. How much and what you can live with is up to you. I aim for no disappointments. Also, knowing someone to get you a break on pricing helps..Just make sure he can get the stuff you need.