well, I found a local place that will sell a ex/hx engine for just under $1000. Full engine. sound like a good deal? And maybe find an ECU at a pick and pull, along with a 93-94 ex valve cover for looks. and with the proper tools and the trusty haynes manual by my side, I can't imagine this being too difficult. It'll just take time, and money.

and then boost

this sounds like it will be a fun project

so what could the gains look like with an average level boost, and an ex motor? and would I be better off keeping the 14" steelies, or getting actual rims?