Just did my v6 a couple of weeks ago. Did not realize that it is triple the cost from my 22re.
I did the piston/rings, rod bearings, timing beltand pulleys, water pump, thermostat, and all gaskets.
Then adjusting the valves(what a pain in the a$$). Stupid shims. Yes a lot of work. I would swap it but I did
not want to worry about smog(CA).
Good Luck!