12v VR6 overhaul

Thinking about a little engine overhaul on my golf and hoping for some advice.
The chains are starting to rattle so I'm thinking of doing them and I might as well do some other bits whilst it's apart. So far my list is;
Chains
Chain guides
Head gasket
Clutch
Flywheel (possibly lightened)
Crack pipe
Thermostat and housing
Oil cooler/seals (maybe external w/ thermostat)
Plugs and leads

Anyone think of anything I've missed (probably something really obvious) or and tips and hints?

Thanks in advance

 

speak to hotgolf about the flywheel.
use a mk4 metal headgasket but take the middle bit out to raise the CR a little (think it gives to 10:1)

 

tbh if you are going that far i would shell and rings

 

There are some brand new VR6 engines on e-bay for 999, could be an option.

 

Just had a look at those, not sure I would trust it. Selling for a mate always makes me nervous