I just found the complete reason why i am using an older engine thank you stazi
"A 96 will have a BUTT-load of miles so you'll need new main bearing and rod bearings and all new rod bolts and main bolts so throw on another $200 onto that list. You'll also most probably need to rear hone the cylinders and thus you'll need all new rings - another $100+. Also add in new timing cover gasket, valve cover gasket, crank seals (front and rear).
Honestly, I think it's pointless building a worn out motor. Why? What's the benefit? You have to rebuild the whole damn thing which could be mostly avoided if you simply took a low mileage Oval-port +01 motor. Then all you need it to port the heads (without removing them) and put new rod bearings in it. That's it."
These are all the things i have to do in my engines class.
