In a message dated 12/17/00 3:41:47 PM Pacific Standard Time,
vbob@PRIMENET.COM writes:

<< Could be a 914 T4 engine, could be a 912 engine. In either case, the
 tinwork would need to be done to ensure proper cooling....
 yuck.>>

Just for clarification with regard to 912 Porsches: The VW Type 4 was only
used in the 912E circa 1976. The early 912s had updated 356 engines.

<< As for watercooled... how many watercooled porshe 6 bangers
 (horizontally opposed) are there? >>

Lots but they are cost more than most Vanagons. Boxsters and 911s are now
basically water-cooled.

BenT
San Francisco