another 3sgte question, differences Options

[dans_st]

basically I was going to purchase a '93 ST185 RC, but now I am going to possibly get another engine to build up, and my question is what are the differences between different model 3sgte's?

Which engine would be the best choice for me, I can get a ST185 RC for around $2200, or a plain ST185 or ST215(engine,ECU,harness) for $1500

I know that the st185 RC engine has the water to air intercooler, and a higher boost setting, along with(not sure about) a DE-activated anti-lag system compared to the plain ST185

I know alot of people want the A/W intercooler although I already have a huge front mount.
And, as far as the higher boost I already have a boost controller.
then there is the DE-activated anti-lag system which I have heard 2 things about
1.very hard to make work and wire in for use
2.In higher HP (350+) engines it is best to remove this system

So which engine will make the most power for me without having to invest for parts or options that I don't plan on using.

I would prefer a engine that will be stronger and have more potential.

I plan on purchasing the engine within the next few weeks so I greatly appreciate any help or advice,

thanks in advance-Daniel

[lagos]

I don't mean to be asking alot of dumb and/or useless questions but what about the 4th gen 3SGTE?,

And also is you say if I am going with the FMIC i might as well go with the ST185 (non RC) what about the SW20 mr2 3SGTEs?

Sorry I am asking so many questions the reason is I am going to buy the clip this month and build it over the next year and I plan on doing something similar to the level of build as GT4_WRC has done although I know he has the ST205 WRC engine and I know I will most likely not find one, at least not at a reasonable price ($1500-2400 before shipping), So what would be second best w/o paying for options such as the w/a intercooler that I don't plan on using(unless it is better than my front mount )

once again sorry if I ask too many questions...Daniel

honestly, if i were you, i would start doing a TON of reading.. these are such baisc questions, that youll probably end up buying something and regret it later on, because you didnt take the time to learn about this motor. so, use the search feature, google, mr2oc.com ...etc... and read all you can before buying anything