Too quiet here ....

The last engine I got from pick-n-pull was a roller LA 360 on a half-off weekend a couple years ago. I got the long block for under $200 out the door and it was in great shape. I could've easily run it as-is with a cheap intake/carb and been well under $1500. I guess prices could've gone up in the last couple years though. But even for double what I paid, you've still got cash left over for an intake and carb.
prices are up about 25~35% more now, but you bring up a good point on bargain shopping the half-off days. however, magnum is gonna require magnum intake and cam which are more money new and slightly less prominent used. then motor mounts and flexplate/balancer figuring out along with accessoroies. but a good tactic!

i mean, the deals are out there. and a 360 truck motor with just an intake and carb would be a decent piece.