New member- Engine Question, What to do? Options

[tattooz22]

I am refurbishing my 1996 ST.
The motor is not on the list yet, because its still very strong, but will be soon (I'm at 206K miles now).

The questions:
In the interests of a little more speed do i try to swap in the 2.2? Does it fit?
Do i just go with an over size ring and piston kit and cough up the machining charge?

Additionally does anyone have a link for gear kits/sets for the 5 speed?

Thanks!

[Batman722]

Like Mike said, swapping a 2.2 really isn't worth it.
You'd need the motor, wiring, tranny, linkage, axles, ect.

For a little more from the 7afe 1.8 an intake and a header and a 2.25" or 2.5" exhaust would help make it feel faster.
For bigger gains upgraded camshafts would be fun (but cost around $500-$700) and that's only around 20 whp.

Again like Mike said, a lot of people swap to a 3sge, 3sgte, or a v6 (1mzfe or 3mzfe).
Search for some posts about everything and decide what's best for you and your goals.