There is no one putting you down. It is only a suggestion that you switch to a 360 or big block. If all you want is 350 hp area then the best thing to do is keep the 318. Yes you can even get 400 hp from the 318 but don't forget about torque. The 318 will not make as much torque. I and others want more torque. Torque = fun!
Why rev a motor 8 grand when you can get the same amount of hp/tq from less RPM from a 360 or big block?
It's not a faggish way of doing anything. If so my friend there is sure a lot of **** here at FABO. I've seen countless members remove their 273,318 and go with the 360, stroked 360 or big block. Its the smart thing to do rather than spend the same amount of money on small bore, short stroke 318.