Since you're not building the motor...get an LS...
You can get a good LS motor for $800
Tranny (Y1,J1,S1 or YS1 (LSD) $400 YS1 for maybe $800 if you find one.
add ons:
New clutch kit (stock) $200
waterpump $75
timing belt $75
cap & rotor $120
Plugs $40
oil & filter $50
coolant $15
clutch cable $75
throttle cable $75
ECU pr4 $100
non obd distributor $100
axles $150
intermediate shaft $75
dpfi to mpfi wiring harness $200
shift linkage $150
above price is a ball park figure and I'm sure you can find most of the parts locally...to save on shipping and all.
Running Total is: $2700, pretty much a new motor except for the valvetrain and pistons...Just make sure you get a good motor thats all...:flash:
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