The Factroy Stock Muscle Car Drags was the event that was held recently. I had planned on taking the Camaro, but couldn't make it. But, from what I have gathered from the guys that went, it was a great event. Here is a link to the page:
FSMCDR
The Pure Stock Muscle Car Drag race is held later in the year, in September. Here is their page:
PSMCDR That is their homepage, but here is where most of the Pure Stock guys hang out:
Pure Stock Forum
As for the small block build-up though, I'm not gonna be much help. I would say that maybe a 383 combo would be the easiest way to get to the power output you are looking for.
[Edited by Chevy454 (06-28-2001 at 03:30 PM).]