I personally am a little predjidce toward Chevy, but that's not to mean that Mopar and Ford does not figure into the picture. It just cost less to make a Chevy run the same #'s. I'm with Todd find a decent Roller car/chassis that will certify and buy a basic motor and trans, something close to stock/mild, big block for sure has more power for the money. Get acquainted with the car and how it drives and handles. It doesn't have to be fast in the beginning just consistent. Once you get there then move up a little at a time as you can afford it or as long as Canada lets you run fast, i think they are cutting out importing Racing gas and Alcohol in 2009 :?: , i certainly hope not :?
JMO
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