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Subject:Re: V8 into Vanagon?
From:Robert Keezer
Date:Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:19:00 -0800

If I read Zoltan's question right, his question
is if anyone has information on an American
engine. (not Subaru or electric).

Remember- he doesn't like the Subaru (can't find
the plugs) .

With Zoltan who does his own maintenance,
simplicity and accessibility is important.

Zetech engine comes to mind. I saw a Ford Focus
engine- 130 hp- it did'nt look too complicated.
Not  V-engine though.

Robert

1982 Westfalia

--- Zoltan <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> wrote:

> I was looking at a Subaru today and could not
> find one spark plug or wires.  It seems very
> crawded in there.  How would I work on it if I
> put one into mine?!  Yes, I know it is a nice
> engine and more powerful and so on.  But.
> Being in the US, would it not make better sense
> to put a V6 or a V8 of American origin in
> there?  I am sure this subject has been
> hammered from day one, but I don't remember
> reading about it on the list.  I have seen
> aluminum V6 out of a boat that looked beautiful
> and compact.  The 350 Chevy engine is famous.
> Heavy, I know.  But it is simple and powerful.
> Easy to work on, cheap parts, etc.
> What is the general opinion of the members?
> Zoltan
>

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