Robert,
I love my subaru 2.2L conversion like crazy!
It's a night/day difference after having a WBX.
And yes, I've driven a Westy with a good, fresh, well tuned WBX.
It's absolutely no comparison to the subaru....
The proof is when you load up with a few hefty adults and all of
their camping gear, haul it up into the mountains and are able
to actually pass slow traffic in style going up the mountains instead
of *being* slow traffic, with everyone else praying for an opportunity
to get around you...

I've had mine in for 5700 miles now and haven't had to touch the
engine except for oil and filters. It doesn't leak or burn any fluids.
I like that part a lot. (-:

If we decide to keep the second Westy we recently bought, I'll
be converting it to subaru power ASAP.  It's mo bettah....

Just my $.02
Pmail me for any further info if you like. I'd take you for a test
drive, but you're a bit far from North Ca...

Steve
EJ22 -> '86 Westy "Escape Pod"

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At 03:32 PM 1/23/2004, you wrote:
>Gang,
>OK, I've been really looking into this.  My '91 Carat (Automatic, Air, PW,
>Central Locking) is still running strong.  But, I'm really considering an
>"upgrade" to a more powerful engine.
>So, what are the opinions on this?  Should I introduce a 2.2L Subaru motor
>to the mix?  OR do I give Boston Bob a call for one of his upgraded motors?
>I've looked, but haven't found any unhappy Subaru conversionites out
>there..... anyone on the list want to tell me how sad or happy they are
>with their conversion?
>I saw quite a few of you are happy with the Boston Bob engine, but I'd
>like to have more opinions on this subject.
>I'm looking to get a rebuilt transmission and final drive as well.... any
>recommendations on sellers of such items?  (figured I might as well change
>out the 142K drivetrain along with the 142K engine)
>Thankfully, I'm in no rush to get this done, so I have a bit of time to
>make my decision.
>I'm looking forward to some feedback ya'll!
>     -Robert
>      '91 Carat, Automatic, 142K, South Florida