Need opinions whether or not to build the engine

Originally Posted by THE BULL

You should try to keep the threads specific, asking many questions from other parts of the car will not get the answers you want.

It would make sense to put the cams while the gaskets are being done, be advised that these cams might require tuning which the dealer might not be able to do.

It would also make sense to do an oil cooler since from factory the over heat the oil. The practice of adding a 34 row is a good one especially if it comes with a thermostatic oil valve. If it gets to the point where oil is just not warming up as fast a simple piece of board blocking some of the rows will do the job. I agree with what was said. Blocking airflow is much easier than having to buy a bigger cooler.

To my understanding all VHR oil pumps are the same including Nismo pump. You'll be fine with a stock pump.

The stock LSD is unreliable at stock power levels, this is a yes.

Overall you're setting the right foundation with the setup for the SC for when that time comes.

I'd suggest you start looking at local tuner shops, especially those that are Ecutek/Uprev savvy. Usually these shops are knowledgeable enough for some of these upgrades and a bit cheaper than dealer prices.