I'm keeping my mouth shut this time.  ;)

Chris.
'85 Westy
Usual Disclaimers Apply

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
Of Rand
Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2001 9:16 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: The best engine conversion?

Here's one from a newbie (I don't own one yet, but I'm looking). In my
search I have seen several Vanagons with interesting engine conversions and
was wondering what was considered the best. Since the native power plant is
considered, how might I say it -- a challenge.

The Porsche 911 engine is easily the most exotic and has the highest drool
factor. Other than the 911 engine's reliability, is the conversion good? Do
the two mate up well? Also, I have seen several GTi conversions, more than
you would think. But since the GTi engine is not a flat boxer style, is that
a good choice? And the most reliable and sensible seems to be a Subaru-based
conversion. But again do the 2 systems fit well together? I have also read
about other engine conversion oddities, with extensive engine bay
modifications and also transmission upgrades (?).

Of course, the quality of the conversion weighs heavily in this choice, but
what if that wasn't really a factor. They were all converted with similar
engineering and mechanical excellence. What do you think would be the best
choice in a perfect Vanagon and why?

Rand
'92 Volvo 245
'91 BMW 318 ic
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