ok everybody, i know im stupid but i will explain this one to you and maybe you will understand and possibly be able to help me. i just bought a 1996 Dodge Neon, 2.0 liter, SOHC, about 3 months ago, it has about 163,000 miles on it now. 3 weeks ago, the water pump seized up on me while i was driving it, and it shredded the brand new timing belt, and also bent 6 valvvalves, since i guess its a single interference engine. anyways, ive already spent about $450 on it, and i just spent another $160 today for the head gasket kit. and now i still have another $200 to spend on this upcoming thursday to pay for the work down to the head. ok, my question is, i need to know the torque specs for the bolts on the head, the intake, and wherever else i may need to get a torque wrench or ratchet for. im not completely stupid when it comes to cars, its just sometimes i dont think clearly, so if someone could help me out, i would certainly appreciate it. and, i am also wondering what other engines i could put into my car, im told by a few people that an engine from a 1995-1998 Dodge stratus, the 2.4 liter, DOHC, will fit in my car, does anyone have any suggestions? im also looking for ways to boost my horsepower and speed, right now, my car does ok, it can beat older eclipse's and some older camaro's, but my car only had 111 horsepower, does anyone have any ideas or suggestions? Thanx for the input, i appreciate any help you can give me or offer me.
Justin.