A lot easier to do the work you described with the engine out than in the
van. Been there; done that.

Mike

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Allen" <b.t.allen@MYACTV.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, May 08, 2002 8:09 PM
Subject: replacing head gaskets on used 2.1L

Have a really tight (150lbs + x4) 2.1 with approx 90K, always used synthetic
oil, ran great pre-conversion, been out approx 6 mons, no head leaks. Before
I plant it in my 84 S/R Vanagon do I do a head gasket and valve re-seat job
prior to install? or take my chances? Realize no real science here, just
best guess.
TIA   Bob Allen
88 Westy FS
86 Syncro Westy FS
84 S/R Vanagon, soon to have weekender, 2.1 etc (keeper)