I was thinking of going this way but I have heard getting the oil pan sealed properly inside of the car is a PITA. plus pulling the engine will allow me to clean up the engine bay and paint the firewall.
That's what I did when he told me that, and he quoted me $200-300 just for the clutch kit! I told him he was off his rocker. All of the parts that I need can be had for less than $250 including the seals and gaskets.