2.5 Engine Swap Trip to Manual Question

[Brian0icu812]

Quick background. Wrecked my trip 99 base 2.5l, still ran fine so took engine out. Bought a 1998 manual that needs the engine replaced.

So I've taken out the 99's trip but it was easier b/c i was taking everything out

My questions are:
1. are there any detailed guilds on how to take one out? so I dont forget anything, or take off unnecessary items

2. anything that should be replaced while its out? Belts, seals, fluids ect, it has 79k on it. I'm going to opt out of the ims right now b/c of money

3. Is there anything else in the conversion besides switching the torque converter for the flywheel, The car will stay with the original transmission so nothing except wiring harness from what i've read.

Thanks guys in advance you've been a great wealth of knowledge