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I was in the same dilemma...my had 115k miles. If you believe your engine indeed has 105k its all good inside with the exception of the IMS. That said I would stick with the top end only. My cylinders and pistons were like new. Also the bearings were like new to. It will add up fast. I spent $500.00 in lock tight the case gaskets flywheel bolts, stock rod bolts, oil relief pistons with springs and a pilot bearing. I still haven't order the bearings and chains and guides...thats going to be anothere grand. If you have the money and want to learn how to rebuild the engine and have plenty of time then I would say go for it. If you want to spend minimal money then send the heads out and buy othere things like rear shocks and bushings and maybe overhaul your CV joints while your there. Just my opinion. Personally if the cylinders and pistons look good I would stop theree. With 1-3 percent leak down thats hoe mine was to. By the way the inside of my case was crystal clean. Totally new. Number 8 bearing is around $200.00.

NOTE: These are one of the most expensive engines I ever worked on. I'm sorry it is the most expensive engine I worked on.

Good Luck
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