The V/6 should make a great conversion. Like has been posted before the 350s are plentiful,and easy to work on.There is all kinds of speed equip.available for the 350s also. I would imagine that the V/6 conversion would be more costly than a 350 or 327 V/8. I have nothing against inlines and V/6s but you get more bang for your buck with a Chevy small block.Which is why you see so many 350s at the car and truck shows.