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Subject:1985 Vanagon - Replacing Engine
From:- Lauren Pelzer
Date:Mon, 28 Feb 2000 14:13:13 EST

Hi, all!
I've been told my '85 has either a cracked block or a blown head gasket.  It
blows white smoke and loses both oil (from below) and coolant (from above)
when it runs.

Anyway, I'm thinking I'll go the whole 9 and get a new engine.  I'm calling
around, getting prices.  I just want to make sure I'm asking all the right
questions.

Any pointers??

Also...do I definitely have the 1.9?  How can I tell?

Thanks!!
-Lauren