Probably more important that an engine conversion is a BRAKE upgrade.
I've towed a small motorcycle trailer with my Westy and having enough power to
tow it
was not a problem. But, boy, you really noticed how much it taxed the already
marginal brakes.

Todd
'88 Westy

Greg Morrison wrote:

> My wife and I always say, "Wouldn't it be great to be able to tow our 18 foot
> boat with the Westy?"  Unfortunately, we feel that would really tax the
> engine and the patience of those drivers that are behind us.  So, can anyone
> out there tell me if there is an engine conversion/upgrade that will give us
> enough hp and torque to get that specific job done?
> TIA,
> Greg & Val
> 86.5 Camper Syncro WLE