Any one considering buying this Vanagon:

http://www.epicfoto.com/vanagon

should note that a fine Vanagon engine company is not too far away, in
Tacoma, WA too.

http://www.smallcar.com/convert.htm

Have a look. I've spoken with them a number of times, and the really sound
like they know their stuff.

A new engine install from them might be worth considering.

dave

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dave bowers
1986 westy "hms-beagle"
portland, oregon
www.dave-bowers.com/vw