Crud...that last email was supposed to be p-mail and I hit send before erasing the group address...
No offense meant to anyone! I actually wanted to AVOID creating problems...lol...

-Ben

> Date: Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:40:44 -0600
> From: the_rizzos@MAC.COM
> Subject: Engine Replacement Options
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> I feel I am at an impasse regarding the replacement of the engine my
> syncro westy. I am definitely on a pretty tight budget (under4000) but
> don't want to cut corners that will only cost me money later. I have
> have spent the last month researching options. I have narrowed it down
> to three choices and I would love to have the opinions of this board.
> 
> 1) rebuilt wbx motor, I know bus depot has them available but I am
> unsure about their rebuilder even after speaking with them on the
> phone. I can't get Boston Bob to return my phone calls soo... cost
> 1800-2800 plus my labor
> 
> 2) used 2.2, smallcar parts kit. I have a neighbor with a 92 legacy
> that could part out to save some money, but I am nervous about the
> wiring part even though I have some experience in that area. cost
> 2450-3450 plus my labor, minus what I could part out the legacy wagon
> for.
> 
> 3) used 2wd vanagon with a 2.2 conversion already in place that I
> could then part out and recoup some of my money. This seems to be my
> best option as I could drive the van and could make sure all the parts
> work together and who doesn't need more spare parts around? cost
> 3000-3500
> 
> Let me know what you think.

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