Intake and Cam thoughts

[kelgar50]

I do like the spec on the XE cam and the lobe sep would prolly be better as well for what im doing.

[68Timber]

The camel-hump heads were good back when they were new, now they're worth the $$$ to guys doing the numbers-matching resto - not to you. You could have your heads reworked but getting the vortec heads and having them reworked will no doubt make a big difference you can feel.

On the Comp 268, it is a much more stout cam than people give it credit for and I'd bet you'll be pleased with it. On the smog note, it's no secret California has extremely strict smog laws and I'd bet a paycheck they've never passed up an opportunity to reject anything remotely offensive. In short, if it has a CARB number, you'll be ok if you are in good tune.

The Quadrajet has a bad rap but it is an excellent carb for a daily driver that's mildly built. Unless you know how to ream it for new bushings during a rebuild, you'd be better served getting a reman from NAPA or another reputable parts house.

Your parts choice looks good and I don't think you'll be disappointed.

EDIT: As good a cam as the 268 is, 2.5" pipe is a smidge large for this cam. As long as the headers are good and the mufflers free-flowing, I think you'll be happier with a 2.25" exhaust.