3sge auto/manual difference Options

[leechieboi]

I have an ST. My engine blew. Considering putting in a 3sge instead. I found a 3sge w/auto tranny and was wondering if there's any difference since my car's a manual.

Also I've been reading around and some people say it's a drop in swap and you don't need anything but the motor since it bolts up to the tranny.

Then some say use the tranny from the 3sge because the ST tranny can't handle it.

Then if you do that, some other things have to be done....

So... what's the minimum necessary to swap while being safe?

And would I need the wiring harness etc from the 3sge?

Thanks

[leechieboi]

ok if the 3sge's too much of a hassle, how simple would a 4agze be? i know it'll be easier since it's an A engine but is it worth it? i know its a bit more power but some people have said it's not a good engine and putting more effort into putting in a 3sg(t)e would be more worthwhile...

or could someone point me to a thread that discusses this? i dunno if my searching is just crappy.

thanks.