hello...nice project you have created......I think you have done great research-you will find lots of input on your project ..1) Rhodes lifters ARE Definitely the way to go-at least 2 cams in 1-why build a performance engine with a small cam? -get wilder and build for upper rpm fun....2)1.75 roller rockers are a great choice-check ebay,you will find many 1.7, 1.73, 1.75 and 1.8 roller rocker choices....3) Clifford makes great headers , you can also try the cast headers...4) match your cam to head work-if head isnt modified correctly you will bolt together something that sounds good but performs sluggish-check this ebay listing..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2452528202&ssP ageName=ADME:B:LC:MT:1 the above item is the Bolt-In Lumps/Plates that are mentioned and will change engine performance DRAMATICALLY......5) What type of trans are you using? if auto ,and using a stock torque converter, you should stick to cam of 210 @.050 duration or less and then Rhodes lifters are not really needed....You are smart asking questions....My experience is from Hot Street applications-recently finished building roller cammed, dome piston 292 drag truck ....many here have great ideas too!!!.....
Lee
[This message has been edited by LeeLites (edited 01-09-2004).]
