3-4k is your budget WITH buying a engine, AND 500- 600 hp.:aigo::aigo::aigo::aigo:
My labor bill alone on my engine/head rebuild was close to 2k and this was labor only, no parts. 3-4k will get you a nice running 7mgte for a dd.
Do all req. maint to engine, gaskets, HK$ HG, and such (we...