I also used to own an aircooled camper (68) and it was fun.  But as far as
engines go and working on them, I definitly prefer the waterboxer in my 85
van.
-no points
-no need to adjust valves (regularly)
-eisier to get around the components.
good luck
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeffrey Stangeland" <haewolius@YAHOO.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2003 11:22 PM
Subject: Seeking Wisdom on Buying a Westy

> hello all,
>
> i found this list in my research and i am thankful for
> this forum. i am looking to buy a westfalia camper,
> vanagon style because i like the roominess and the
> swiveling front seats and how all the equipment is
> behind the driver's seat. i am wondering about a few
> things, and i hope someone could guide me in the right
> direction.
> 1) i'm wondering whether it is better to get a
> water-cooled or an air-cooled engine. i owned a 1970
> poptop some years back and did all the maintenance and
> work on it, and i like that i could do my own repairs
> and maintenance. seems like it might be easier on an
> air-cooled engine, but i don't know... if someone
> might tell me the pros and cons of each...
> 2) what is the life-span of a rebuild in both these
> cases? is it better to find a good one with a blown
> engine and do the rebuild...?
> 3) is there a good, reliable source for wasserboxer rebuilds?
>
> 4) are some year's models better than others?
>
> 5) anything else that might be relevant to consider in purchasing a westy
>
>
> i sure would appreciate some feedback on this issue,
> in this time... thanks.
> peace,
> jeff
>
>
>
>
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