Go Westy's oil choice  change is interesting. In  Dec. 2005 when I got a
GoWesty 2.4  I mentioned that after 1000 miles I was going to run 15/50
synthetic they told me there was no need .  I've been running synthetic
anyway....                     Lloyd    ----- Original Message -----
From: "honemastert" <honemastert@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 10:08 AM
Subject: Re: 2.1 Wasserboxer

> GoWesty's Warranty Policy is here:
> ---------------------------------------------------
> http://www.gowesty.com/view_page.php?name=engine_warranty
>
> Looks a bit more stringent than it used to be in the past:
>
> I run *only* 91 octane in mine:
> I carry octane booster as you can't always
> find 91 octane.
>
> Calculate the price differential for 91 versus 85/87 over a
> year, it's really not that much.  You'll dump more money
> into the Vanagon with other regular maint items.
> (at least I have with my 'Money Pit' (er uh Syncro))
>
> Hard decision.. for 2.1, East Coast, and a DIY or local install
> Bob's reputation is unequaled. For something with higher
> performance, I'd use GoWesty and have them install it.
>
> I like having the extra power in the Syncro, so for me
> the higher perf. is worth it.
>
> I've only had (in the first couple of years) some issues
> with the stupid valve adj. screws/tappet deals?
> Worked with a  local shop here to find some extras
> replacements.
>
> GW fully reimbursed me for the time/expense in
> chasing it down, also sent me some extra valve cover
> gaskets and some extra screws if I had to do more
> of them myself.  Doug here at Doug's Bugs and Bunnies
> (former wrench at Chapman) said that it's a common issue
> (bad batches) and a PITA.
>
> Wouldn't call that a catastrophic failure at all, and it
> was fully supported/covered.  If their policies have
> changed, then I'd take it up with them on this.
>
> Only relaying my actual experiences here, YMMV
>
> My 2000 Jeep GC leaks way more than my Vanagon
> (which doesnt :-) at all.. and that is how it should be!)
>
> Cheers,
>
>  -tim
>