I am building a 1976 model 440 motor and am wondering what's the cheapest way to get the most power im not rich.by no means.. also what size cam should go in

 

we need more information about the 440, cr, heads, intake/carb, car body, auto or manual trans and rear end gear.

 

Nat -

Actually, knowing the vehicle it's going into and purpose would help.
Then there's your budget.

Archer

 

im putting it in a 1987 dodge truck short wheel base 2 wheel drive I have never built one before and I am planning on doing it my self I wanna do a full rebuild with a cam a pretty large cam I also know I'll need a stalled torque converter but don't know what size cam and I don't want ridiculous power I do know that a 1976 440 has a cast iron crank im rambling on I gotta get the heads machined.... give me some advice

 

I want to drive it daily if needed but I also wanna be able to get up and go to I have a thermoquad carb for it

 

Take a pick.... Mild to wild... http://www.musclemotorsracing.com/new-page/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXl10Flhclo

 

Nat -

Big power, daily driver and not rich by any means don't usually go together well.
I think what your'e looking for is a reliable motor, maybe a little above stock, that will give you better than 8 mpg and enough vacuum for brakes, etc.
Basically, anything that adds power will reduce mileage.

Do a little more research and come up with workable expectations.
Look at the links that Bob gave you, and talk to local engine builders, guys experienced with Mopar.

Can't make specific recommendations with realistic HP expectations.

Archer

 

Like I've said before, we need more information. Horse power is a package of parts not just a cam.