I have done what you are suggesting, and it is not that difficult. your best bet is to find an older small block with the HEI distributor and carb. It can be more difficult to piece a system together.
I have a Chevy from that era with a '68 327. Under the hood is very clean (no extra stuff). I have also replaced the computer control lean burn system in a dodge truck. Having a parts truck (or car) is the best way since there may be other parts you need, like brackets and such. You could also go the points route, but point service on a Chevrolet distributor is a pain being next to the firewall and all. A good donor would be easy to find where I am at, because rust seemed to claim these trucks before they were completely worn out.
Basically, the small block v8 is the best engine for the work you are thinking about. That is why you see so many in hot rods. The HEI distributor is a stand alone unit, meaning there is no external ignition control. The distributor IS the ignition system.
If you know anybody with 80's Camaros, talk to them. I have seen very few of them that still retain the computer controls.
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