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If you don't know what you're doing with engine building, I can't exactly recommend it if you're talking about doing it yourself. There's quite a few companies that offer built short blocks (FBM, MAP, to name a few) that would probably be your best bet at strengthening the block.
If you're trying to keep your power levels around 300whp or less (I know the Ptuning kit can do that with ease) on pump gas, there's probably no need to build the block. Obviously if you run corn juice, you've got a bit more leeway, but that's a whole separate discussion.
Best recommendations I could think of for a newbie would be an oil cooler and (depending on where you live in Cali) a bigger radiator. Keeping everything well lubricated and enough oil pressure in the system is priority 1.
If you're going for some bigger power goals, I'd recommend talking to one of the engine builders. Keep in mind, building an engine can easily cost close to what your turbo kit costs now (or more, depending on what work you want done).
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