LA 360 budget build ideas

For what application?
Tow-truck , or race car two different engines.
C-body or A, need torque?
Manual trans or automatic? need powerband?
Daily-Driver or weekend warrior? Need fuel economy?
Do you have a limit on what rear gears to run, or TC stall?

You can build a 360hp 360 in several different ways, but if you don't match it to the combo, results can quickly become disappointing.

9/1 might be enough, it really depends on too many things to commit to. And especially on your budget.