>    If my van were water-cooled, I'd do that swap too (Legacy 2.2L), if given
>the slightest excuse -- like needing an oil change <g>.  It would be simpler
>to start over with a wasserboxer or diesel model, however.  Good point on the
>SVX powerplant -- it would be a bit too strong for the transmission, and a
>lot harder to fit into the engine bay.  I only mentioned it in the context of
>a hypothetical powertrain to be designed expressly for the Vanagon by Subaru,
>not a real-world replacement option.  It wouldn't surprise me if it's been
>done, though.
>
>Rusty J.

I'm in the process of starting as SVX swap right now. Have engine ($1250US)
and Porsche trans to go in when I've gathered together all of the other
parts.

Andrew