Hans and myself are thinking about adding to our engine conversion
line with a lower cost conversion.  While we still think the Subaru engine
is the best fit for the Vanagon, we also understand that it is a bit more
than many people want to spend on their Vanagon.  As rebuilt WBXers get
more and more expensive to keep running, our conversions are actually
getting quite a bit more affordable.
    There is a price point where we will stimulate demand.  We believe
that it is 5500-5900 dollars.  We would have to sell quite a few to make
it worth while for us to produce it.
    Our conversion will be based on either a late model GM or Ford base
engine.  It will come with a complete exhaust and shortened oil pan. All
accessories except AC will be standard.  Just like our Subaru conversion,
it will be extremely complete, with no wire splicing to be done by the
installer.
    2wd will either have to accept a little loss of ground clearance, or a
slightly raised rear engine cover.
    Please pmail me off list to my personal email at SVYOLO@yahoo.com.

    John
    East Coast Vanagon