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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