Crate Motor? What would you do?

[MadRatt]

So I thought I knew what motor I was going to order from GM performance.
350/290Hp but its only got 8:1 compression and that just wont do. So after carful consideration and a lot of research I am now thoroughly confused. LOL

So what I was going for is not a race truck, but I don't want it to be a dog either. I want at least a 9:1 compression ratio anything lower sounds like a fart in bathtub when you let out of a good throttle pull. I also plan on using this truck for hauling my bike to several events so being able to drive it long distances and not thinking twice is the goal.

I would like it to be a roller cam if possible for reliability and longevity also a quicker throttle response. and fuel economy.

I have bought a Holley Stealth Ram fuel injection system for earlier style heads, but for about $380 I can change the manifold to a vortec style intake.

So Im down to these 2 motors unless some other product can be suggested.

#1 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/na...make/chevrolet
it is a Vortec 350 with 9.4:1 compression (which should sound tight) and a roller motor. $2059+$380 for a vortec style intake and $178 for a Lt1 style cam to take it from 255hp to around 350hp
Total = $2617

#2 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hp...make/chevrolet
This one is from ATK Performance and already has everything on my need list and I don't have to purchase an intake is 10:1 compression and 375hp with aluminum heads, for only $482 more. but is this starting to be to much motor for a dd and long hauler?

My dilemma is the price is starting to get out of hand I was hoping to stay around $2200 and i'm not familiar with ATK. and The chevy performance motor would probably be enough but since its out and open when I get it, the cam upgrade is a no brainer. also just hate having to buy another intake if I don't have to (seems a waist)I can live with the price (of the ATK motor)if that's the right motor to get. I just don't want to regret buying the wrong thing. whether its not enough motor or to much motor, or the wrong brand. Just want it to sound good, run like a brand new truck would. (hence the fuel injection and roller) and not be a pooch.

Sorry so long winded! Just want to be specific to what i'm looking for.

So any suggestions? let the opinions fly!
Thanx