Engine Advice. new to me or keep current.

[sunnyx]

just called him today and confirmed that the new engine will be a direct fot for my car an that the engine going is indeed a phase 2 moto but he does only use 6 star head gaskets on all the engines he rebuilds

[Kenny]

any suggestions on what questions i should ask him. when i first talked to him he said he would use my timing belt cover and intake manifold for the new one. do i just need him to make sure that the one he wants to put in my car is phase 2 non interferance motor?

he also said he uses 6 star head gaskets? idk if those are oem or not

just called him today and confirmed that the new engine will be a direct fot for my car an that the engine going is indeed a phase 2 moto but he does only use 6 star head gaskets on all the engines he rebuilds

Six Star head gaskets are a coated aftermarket MLS gasket. They cost a few dollars more than OEM gaskets. I have had no experience with them, but as long as the job is done right you shouldn't have any problems. Ask him if he warranty's any of his work or the parts. Probably not, but can't hurt to ask.