Do you have a qualified engine builder helping you? I ask because going to 1.6 rockers may be an easy solution. It will simulate a more aggressive cam but you need to have sufficient piston to valve clearance. Will let you keep your carb too.
Hi 69conv. Now that's a new idea. Have ample clearance it's just that I spent more on adjustable rockers than a cam would cost. Wouldn't have to take the engine apart. The engine builder built my short block and is doing the dyno.