[BR3W CITY]

^ I don't think 'supercheyenne was trying to talk down to ya; just seems that a lot of the "I want xxx hp" threads on any forum seem to be based more in numeric ideals than reality.
Based on the stuff in your sig I'm sure you're more than capable of operating her.

Your goals for a street strip truck with all the goodies are defintiely do able, regardless of any "number" you choose to shoot for.

I should mention hydroboost also (you might be familiar with it already). If you want to run the power brakes its a nice option without having to worry about having enough vacuum, or clearance for the booster. Some of the truck engines had power steering pumps with 3 hoses, specifically for that setup. Its not needed, but nice to know when your looking.