Okay so I want to build up my engine so I figured when I have it out might as well go ***** out with it so I have some what of an idea on what I want to put into it and what brands and just want your input on it and what other parts I should get. Only looking to put out around 500hp
rods-Manley
pistons- weisco
Head studs- Apr
head gasket- ?
Valve- Manley
valve springs and retainers-?
Camshaft- hks 272 or gsc s2
crankshaft- should I get a new one or stay oem

 

Rods-Manley- Good
pistons- weisco- that works
Head studs- Apr Good
head gasket- ? Oem
Valve- Manley
valve springs and retainers- Gsc Or Kiggle
Camshaft- hks 272 or gsc s2 I would do s2 no need for vavle springs if you do hks
crankshaft- should I get a new one or stay oem You can just stay stock Crank

 

My engine:
Pisons: Wiseco
Rods: Manley 156mm turbo tuff rods
Cams: Kelford 272s
Valve springs and retainers: Supertech dual springs with TI retainers
Head Studs: ARP L19
Head Gasket: Cometic but a OEM would be fine too if you are staying with the 2.0

 

No reason to replace valves unless yours are messed or you're going oversized.

Don't get the cheap manley or eagle h-beams, get an actual high quality strong/lightweight rod. Oliver, R&R, Carillo, Pauter.

Valvesprings; go with GSC or kiggly.

I would also go with wiseco HD pistons, or JE FSR's. The design of both of those pistons is much better than the standard wiseco's, which are an old school "full round" style forging.

 

And what are your preferences for water pumps and rod and thrust bearings?

 

OEM water pump, ACL tri-metal bearings.