SBE 318 basic rebuild +CAM , INTAKE, HEADS, expectations?

Sebambam said

what you think about decking it with the OEM Flat top pistons?
how much could be done ?

i am dumping the 360 heads and i consider the SM 65cc chamber heads
whit the Whiplash Cam (didnt know about this cam before )
https://www.hughesengines.com/Index/products.php?partid=30170

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if you're going to delve into machine work, then you're into the 360 paradox. why spend that money on a 318 when you can make more power, easier and cheaper with a 360. and if you're gonna zero deck it, then why not get some decent pistons? something that can take spray or boost? as they say: in for a penny, in for a pound.

i'd deck the 360 heads, run a thin head gasket and choose a small cam and roll. cheap, quick and easy. probably make something like 300hp and a nice bit of torque.