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Thats strange that you feel that the 3sge added noticeable weight. The 5s block might be a bit lighter, along with the head, and possibly some of the internal components, but I couldn't imagine the difference being more that 20lbs at absolute most.
2nd gen 3sge parts are a snap. Most of the parts are the same as the gen2 3sgte. About the only thing that might be a little hard to find are some of the intake manifold gaskets, but I see gen2 3sge gasket sets on ebay all the time from the UK, so they are easily available.
I'd take a gen2 over a gen3 any day. With the gen3, parts availability does get to be a real problem. For an additional 10-15hp (part of which is just off of higher compression and a much more peaky cam), having to order all parts from japan or the Uk just isn't worth it.
Now the beams 3sge on the other hand...
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