Gearing up to do my clutch, what else should I work on while I'm in there?
 

Title basically. This is my daily driver so I want to do anything that could need doing while it's off the road for the week.

Here's my running list:

Oil change - send to Blackstone for analysis. Look for metal flakes - if there, change Ims. If not - leave. 10-40 weight for clattering noise on start.
Spark plugs
motor mount
Clutch/pressure plate

Spray starter with lithium grease to help with starter squeal. Will this help with a weak start? About half the times I start the car I need to give it gas. I also have a p0447 error, but will address that after the clutch. I have a feeling hard start is due to that.

Transmission mounts - I don't see any fluid leaks but at 116k is it one of those that is just worth doing?

I have a squeak on forward gears and especially 3 - how can I address that?

My clutch pedal is extremely squeaky as well when pressing - how can I address that while down there?

I'd like to get Ben's short shift or another kit - anything complimentary I should do while down there?

Good time to change transmission and bleed as well? That's never been done afaik.

How do I know if a synchro has gone bad?

TIA - apologies this will just be one of the biggest jobs I've undertaken and it's on my daily so just want to be prepared

If you are not changing the IMSB you can still inspect it and remove the seal so that it get oil lubrication. You have to lock the camshafts if you do this.
What year and model is the car?

AoS, oil fill hose

I would also consider replacing the coolant tank if it is original.

It's a 98 base 5speed

Did that last year. Made the mistake of going uro, then went original

Aos is easier to access from the bottom? Last time I did it, it was from the top ...

With the trans out, either one is a 5 min. job from below.