Larry Z's in Sacramento, CA quoted $3000 for a 1.9, add $500 for 2.1.
That's with R&R.

Mike

> From: Walter Evens <wrevens@MYEXCEL.COM>
> Reply-To: Walter Evens <wrevens@MYEXCEL.COM>
> Date: Fri, 8 Feb 2002 20:22:04 -0800
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: 85 GL Engine Exchange
>
> I was talking to my local VW Repair Specialist and he said he offers to
> rebuild a 1.9 to a 2.1 to everyone who brings one in.  He says he'd have to
> change the crank, pistons and rods as well as add an oil cooler.  From what
> he says, it appears the difference seems to be in the stroke and not the
> bore size as he never mentioned anything about changing the piston sleeves
> although new ones are part of the re-build.  He quoted me $2,100 on 1.9 and
> add $500 for a 2.1.  That's if he pulls the engine.  Minus $400 if I took it
> out and put it back.
>
> Walter Evens
> Hesperia, CA, USA
> 2-85GLs
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Joseph Fortino" <fortino1@ONEBOX.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Friday, February 08, 2002 1:48 PM
> Subject: Re: 85 GL Engine Exchange
>
>
>> Hey Chip et all
>>
>> The oldvokshome site has a nice 1.9l to a 2.1 swap, and has the
>> steps, I'm like in the same boat with my 1.9l, but hoping to get
>> some more miles out of it before I try anything.
>>
>> --
>> Joseph  Fortino
>> fortino1@onebox.com - email
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> ----         "Beckham, Chip" <cbeckham@NORDSON.COM> wrote:
>>> I'm looking for feedback from any list members who have done their
>>> own water
>>> boxer engine replacement.
>>>
>>> I have a high-mileage 1.9 liter.  I'm thinking of attempting the
> replacement
>>> myself, using an engine from one of the recommended long-block
> rebuilders.
>>> Following the Bentley manual, how difficult a job is the engine
> exchange?
>>> Do you require any special tools beyond those found in a well-equipped
>>> home
>>> garage?  Is a chain hoist or lifting device necessary?  Is this a
> two-person
>>> job?
>>>
>>> Any feedback would be appreciated.  The van runs well, but at 269,000
>>> miles,
>>> the right head gasket is starting to leak coolant again.  The original
>>> engine has served me well, but it's time to plan for a replacement.
>>>
>>> Chip Beckham
>>> Atlanta, Georgia
>>> 85 GL
>>>
>>
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