I'm rebuilding a 440 Chrysler for a 1970 Coronet R/T. I had the block hot tanked but there was a fair amount of paint still on it when I got it back so I removed almost all of it with a wire wheel on a drill. I would like to paint it so it looks great but it will be run around so I also want it to be durable and withstand heat, oil etc. What is the best way to prep and paint it?

Also is it better to spray from a can or brush the paint on?

Thanks.