So, I'm looking for my engine, and I'm beginning to think a 351 is out of my budget for now...This leaves me to try and hit my 400HP goal with a 302.

Is this goal possible without stroking and spraying?

If so, what do you advise to build an engine thats at least semi-streetable and won't blow up on me after 200 miles. Wondering if anyone has any advice, because I'm wondering what I'm going to have to tear off of the motor and replace. I see plenty of 302 longblocks for sale that didn't come from Mustangs, so they don't have the good pistons, etc. etc., but how much of that would I have to swap out in the end, anyways? Would I be able to retain the stock connecting rods and pistons, or the accessories on the engine, or even the oil pan?

Post up heads/cam/intake/pistons/whatever recommendations, and if you've got any of the parts/engine for sale, I'd love to hear the prices. Looking for actual either the actual part I'd need, or some specs on what would be ideal that I can look around parts for.