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Subject:Re: Engine Replacement Options
From:Randy Bergum
Date:Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:21:05 -0700

You could buy my 2.1 Boston Bob motor with 1,000 miles on it.

Went to Subaru 3.3, so now it just sits, gathering dust in the garage.

Randy Bergum
1990 Carat
Fullerton, CA

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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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