Thanks for the advice... its much appreciated.
I've been pondering the rear drum versus disc issue since I got the car... many friends have advised just keeping the rear drums (probably as a way to keep costs down). However I've kinda felt like its just cutting corners... if I'm going to all the trouble of upgrading why not do it right? Not to mention potential balance issues between disc & drum which I hadn't really thought about extensively.
Marcus, as for the Stage Two kit, here's a link to what I was looking at:
http://www.globalwest.net/Camaro and... thru 1981.htm
Again... something to keep in mind is that my goals are pretty modest... I want a car with a great stance, handles way better than original technology allowed, rides firm but comfortable and stops dramatically better. However I don't anticipate putting it on a track and thats where your advice is so helpful. How do I build what I'm after without going over the top... just like your advice on 2" drop spindles, if I don't need em then I don't want em.