I picked up a short shift kit for my 84 westy from Gene Berg in Orange
California.  It was only 20-25 dollars. I had it installed by a vw shop for
around 100 Canadian dollarettes. It also came with an extension for the
shifter raising it into a more anatomical position. I really like it.

-----Original Message-----
From: Richard Lynch [mailto:rlynch@INFOSAT.COM]
Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2000 12:18 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Motor swaps

Our 85 is coming up on 150k with original heads, we want to consider
swapping out for different engine before we start travelling next year:

Has anyone moved from a 1.9 to a 2.1?  Noticeable power gain?  Has anyone
used an aftermarket exhaust with success?

How about the four cylinder swap from another VW?  I know it's a minimum
4000 CDN (because my neighbors will picket if I try to do it in my
driveway!).

Lastly I'd love a short shift kit for the shift lever?

Help on any above appreciated!

Richard

85 Vanagon