differences, in 3sgte's Options

[redtcel]

well, i know there are big differences in the different generations in 3sgte's the 165 sucks period, most of us do 2nd gen swaps cause it is either A: cheaper or B: more parts for the second gen. now what is the big difference between the second gen and 3rd gen? i would think with the same block you would be able to use the same parts right? if not educate me. please? i am eventually going to do the swap and i figure if i get the 205 front clip i get the projectors also so that saves me money in the long run.... any way any info would help thanks.

[lagos]

the 3rd gen motor got a lot of nice upgrades that the 2nd gen dosnt have. i believe it comes with stronger pistons, higer flowing injectors, ct20b turbo (way better then the ct26) etc...

if u add it all up, it really does make sense to buy a third gen motor. the only thing im worride about is the wiring. it seems like the car would need very little changes to the harness, because its the same generation car, but who knows.