HEI conversion

[tomfg]

Now that my 64 is on the road, I'm slowly making some upgrades where money allows. I'm thinking about upgrading from "points and condenser" to some type of HEI ignition.

I've done some searches, but have not found anything comprehensive yet, that explains all the different options, cost, etc.
Anyone know of a good thread or article out there?

I have a 1978 350 Chevy smallblock, that has the old style point / condenser ignition. I'm assuming that whoever put the 350 in the truck couldn't use the 350 HEI distributor because of clearance problems with the firewall.

My desire would to be able to use something that would use parts, GM, or otherwise, that are available "off the shelf" at an auto parts store.
I don't want to be stuck down the road some day broke down, needing an ignition part only available from "China".

Although, for $50 bucks, this setup on EBay is inticing, and
I'm only assuming that it's from China......
Item number: 350500119284

Any input welcomes...... i.e., best system, best for the money,
ease of installation, best parts availability, etc.
Thanks, Tom