If it was starting to make noise then the damage is already been done. Personally I would get a new engine. The JDM Type I engines on ebay are going for around $600 + shipping. Throw on a TB and WP and you would be good to go.
dude! i just called you 2 hrs ago. i've called albrook and branden. i left you a message i guess your already in the bottlesleeprlegendcp said:Man, This should have been a known for you! Come to ATL to visit me and we will put her in Velocity and have all good in one weekend! The earliest you can get here Friday the better incase parts are needed to order.
All you gotta do is give me a call!
Later!
Lee