for my first 2.4L build I used mostly stock mopar stuff as well, with the exception of the pistons, which were wisecos because I wanted somewhat higher compression...the rods were actually T2 rods though, I'll personally use any part from any car that I can get to work, but if possible I like to keep things OEM as much as possible, even if its not Mopar...mainly for reliability, I like to have a car thats a little different though, heh no one could ever steal my car...I have too many toggle switches and crap, they'd never be able to figure out the right combination, and then god forbid something breaks...lol