Vacuum Pump Opinion

How many inches of vacuum are we talking about, in your experience/opinion?
It would be difficult to pin wear on a vacuum pump with a race engine as I pulled mine apart every 3-4 years, it ran at 8 inches at peak. Crossing my fingers, 5 inches would be a benefit and keep the engine healthy

not sure on how much vacuum with or without a pump.
you only pull your motor apart every 3-4 years? no rering between seasons or valve jobs during the season?