Good question! Mmmm... i have never try mixing them, what i can tell you is
that the case opening (round hole where the sleeve SLIDE IN) is the same!
both (2.1-1.9) fit in both engine case, the main difference between engine
is the crank stroke, longer in a 2.1, but the diameter is also slightly
bigger on the 2.1L. The pistons are diffrent for sure. Now, what i know is
the "Sleeve" as the same exact hight, so thickness must be different. I'm
also sure that the outside diameter of both sleeve is the same.
If the "bore/diameter" would be the only difference in both engine, you
could do it, but the 200cc is also gain in the stroke.

Interesting question! I will measure them today. I ave so many of those.

But still, to you question, the answer would be NO.
And yes for the second question as to put a 1.9L into a 86+ van.

Ben

On Sat, 26 May 2007 09:23:35 -0400, Jonce Fancher <streetbugs@WHISPLLC.COM>
wrote:

>Hi all
>Will 1.9L pistons and cylinders bolt up to the 2.1L engine.
>Or can I put a 1.9L  motor in a 86 Vanagon?
>I just have alot of 1.9L items but found a 86 with motor issues.
>Thanks
>Jonce
>
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