It's finally time - a new engine

[mySAVIOReigns]

So, one of my friends has (I think) about talked me into building my own engine.

I don't want anything big, just a simple 350 shall do. Although, if it's not much more, I have always loved the 383s. But I have a couple of questions. I have very minimal experience with engines. I can tell you all about how they work and all that, but I've never gone in and messed with one. Am I better off buying a crate engine? I don't want to make a 2 thousand dollar mistake. Also, how much does it cost to put one together yourself, buying all the parts, compared to buying a crate?

Thanks guys, I appreciate it.

4 times it died tonight in 5 seconds - that was the last straw...new gas tanks, new lines, and maybe a new engine...