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UPDATE:
PSI can put in a built engine (Golden Eagle) for the same price as the dealership can put in OEM. Apart from the 4-6 week delivery time
, any reason not to go with the built engine? 
PSI can put in a built engine (Golden Eagle) for the same price as the dealership can put in OEM. Apart from the 4-6 week delivery time
, any reason not to go with the built engine?
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wow sorry to hear all misfortune. I'm with Brian on this one if you plan to keep the S for the years to come rebuilding with stronger parts would be a great choice. Also everyone knows once you go boost, you don't go back 
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John I just saw this post in the FI section and couldn't believe it was you 
I would recommend buying a used ap2 short block and having Jason install it, probably for half of what Honda wants. As for the clutch people will debate all day about whether or not ACT clutches are responsible for these crankwalk cases but I personally would just stay away. My exedy setup has about half the pedal pressure of similar ACT's and is more than capable of supporting my 370 whp.
I should be on the next drive on the 23rd if you want to see what my clutch feels like. For your power levels though you could probably get away with just an aftermarket street disk with oem pressure plate. Also what was the crank play measurement? As long as it is less than .014" you should be fine.
I would recommend buying a used ap2 short block and having Jason install it, probably for half of what Honda wants. As for the clutch people will debate all day about whether or not ACT clutches are responsible for these crankwalk cases but I personally would just stay away. My exedy setup has about half the pedal pressure of similar ACT's and is more than capable of supporting my 370 whp.I should be on the next drive on the 23rd if you want to see what my clutch feels like. For your power levels though you could probably get away with just an aftermarket street disk with oem pressure plate. Also what was the crank play measurement? As long as it is less than .014" you should be fine.
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and the winner is....
built engine from Golden Eagle, new pumps, clutch bypass startup switch, and new stock clutch until I am brave enough to turn up the boost. Prob add an extra quart of oil just in case. Now the wait - engine is 3-4 weeks out!
Thanks, everyone, for your support and empathy! I really appreciate it!
built engine from Golden Eagle, new pumps, clutch bypass startup switch, and new stock clutch until I am brave enough to turn up the boost. Prob add an extra quart of oil just in case. Now the wait - engine is 3-4 weeks out!
Thanks, everyone, for your support and empathy! I really appreciate it!
