Have you considered the TIICO conversion? I have been doing some research,
and I think I even like it better than the Subaru conversion.  WAY better
than what you have right now.
Here's the link:  http://www.tiico.com

Greg

-----Original Message-----
From: Kintz, Roger [mailto:RKintz@ci.glendale.ca.us]
Sent: Wednesday, August 09, 2000 8:48 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: blown head gasket

Help Help anyone!

My worst nightmare has come true.  I have a 90' Vanagon GL with 140,000
miles and a blown head gasket in Los Angeles.

Estimated costs of repair are in the thousands!  I was thinking of doing a
GTI conversion, but just learned that the only company in CA in Gilroy,
stopped doing them last year due to lack of parts.

Does anyone know of another place I can do a conversion in Southern
California?  Is a subaru engine conversion reliable?
Is my best option to replace the engine with a rebuilt, due to the high
mileage?
Where can I take my car to have the work done in Southern CA for a
reasonable price?
Should I sell the van (otherwise in good condition)?

Please help!

Thanks!