I don't want to debate the value of the Syncro Westy and the obviously very
fine mods that Go Westy did. Put a DVD, sweet stereo, rebuild the 4X4 gear,
line it in rich Corinthian leather, make the AC cold enough to hang meat
inside, tie-dye the pop top canvas with Phil Lesh's sweat. It's all good and
worth every penny to the those that think it's worth every penny. All I'm
saying is, $82k friggin dollars and he still has a VW wbx four cylinder
engine. That's my salient point.

There are many serious Vanagoners on the list; many are experienced
mechanics. They would probably all agree that the OEM engine is a liability.
So, for my $82k, I want a bigger, better, more reliable engine with better
fuel economy. That's all I'm sayin. To the new owner of said Westy, "Bon
Voyage", I'm sure you're diggin it.

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mordo
1990 Carat