Die Go

I have a 05 base model, non rev up or HR. The engine started clanking on bottom end so... replacement was the only fix.

I got a used JDM engine with 65k miles and the swap will begin later this week.
What performance or simply "wise" upgrades I should do at the same time that the engine will be out of the car?

My budget is an extra $700-$1000 on top of the cost for the replacement, which includes all hoses, gaskets, spark plugs.

Suggestions??

dcains

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Nothing will make any sort of performance difference, at least when talking about engine bolt-ons. Intake and/or exhaust will make it sound different/better, but that's all. If you have an extra $1K, I might get some new shocks and adjustable sway bars, and save the rest for new tires at some point.

rottingcat

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Also would like to know this question will be replacing/rebuilding soon 170k on the engine and it consumes oil like no tomorrow...

Rear main seal? timing cover and oil gallery gaskets? hoses? anything else besides that?

dcains

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If you're rebuilding an engine, you would do all those things.

travlee

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up your budget