Help me blow my budget on my C4!

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So I need help maximizing my budget to benefit the car the most. I have an automatic 94 C4 LT1

I have long tube headers already, running a true dual with x-pipe. I -will- need new gears, my 94 came with 2.90(95?) gearing. I want to be able to keep the dana 36(will up to 44 if the car ever needs it), I don't plan on running slicks. This will be a fun car to drive to work on different nights/weekend car.

I like an aggressive cam, as long as it benefits the build and doesn't take away. Ultimately performance > sound.

I can do all the build myself minus any machine work, may or may not try changing the gears in the rear end myself.


I have a total of $3500 to spend on motor/gears. If you had my car, and my budget. How would you maximize budget to squeeze out the most horsepower?

Thanks for your time!