If I owned a CSi I would keep that motor and not go to a b35. US CS 170hp, CSi 200hp, b35 208hp with more torque. You need to keep the motor if you proceed with the b35.
I’ll definitely sit back down with him on Monday. I admit I was overwhelmed and had a million things running through my head when he told me the engine was seized. So when we talked options I was trying to learn, process the disappointment, and make decisions all at once. He did take a lot of time walking through scenarios. I didn’t take into account the scarcity/uniqueness of the engine in the US. I will let everyone know what route we take.No point in modifying a b30 CSi with later components, it is still not a CSi. See what Terry says about your b30, maybe it can be saved. Our 2800 had a seized motor but we replaced the pistons/bearing/chains/etc and love it. A b35 is the next logical step.
Dropped the car off at Terry Sayther's place in Austin today. After a lot of discussion, we are going forward with a 3.5 swap and he will be addressing a number of other things along the way. Unfortunately, I am acting so quick on getting the project started, I have yet to get any good pics of the car in its current state. Thanks again for the reference. Hope to be cruising in the spring.
-b