Got to agree on the Boston Bob option. Looked at many options for my 87 Westy, and went with Bob. I installed the engine about 3 weeks ago and so far so good! Quality work...and the man stands behind his product!

Ric

> Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:53:12 -0700
> From: crescentbeachguitar@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: Re: Engine Replacement or Gasket Fix?
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> If those were my choices I'd go with Bob every time.  Follow his
> instructions! :)
> 
> On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 1:24 PM, Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@mac.com>wrote:
> 
> > So I just found out that 88 Vanagon has a blown head gasket just
> > between Cylinder 1 & 2 I was told by my mechanic. I nice little chunk
> > is missing he says. That is where my coolant leak is coming from he
> > says.
> >
> > So I just lost my job, position was extinguished. I have a couple of
> > months severance and unemployment but I am on a tight budget. I was
> > planning on leaving for a California cross country journey in 2 months.
> >
> > The van seems to run fine other than adding some coolant every time
> > the van sits overnight. Anytime the van is not moving the coolant
> > seems to be slowly dripping out.
> >
> > So what kind of costs am I looking at for the costs of replacing a
> > gasket? I assume that I would have both sides done at the same time.
> >
> > or if the cost to high, and is the same as putting in a new engine..
> > who's engine under a budget?
> >
> > My mechanic told me its between $1,000 - $1,200 for the removal &
> > installation of the engine. How much should this be?
> >
> > Options:
> >
> > I saw this guy oin Ebay "jake4parts" - he has gotten some all lot of
> > good feedback. Anyone know if this guy? His engine is only $975
> >
> >
> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1986-1991-VW-Vanagon-Rebuilt-2-1L-Engine-Long-Block_W0QQitemZ320284970269QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320284970269&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C65%3A1%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
> >
> > "1986 - 1991 VW Vanagon 2.1L Engine Rebuilt (Long Block)  Has all new
> > bearings, rings and valve job - This engine is completely resealed
> > with all new head gaskets and crank seals...  Built in our shop, these
> > engines also comes with all installation gaskets to complete the
> > installations into your vanagon...  Comes with flywheel or flex plate
> > - Specify whether you have an automatic or stickshift...
> >
> > This engine also fits 83-85 Vanagon waterboxers with a small
> > modification to the center intake manifold plenum (ask for product
> > circular)...  Comes with a 12mo/12,000mile warranty, technical
> > bulitens for start-up and break-in as well as selection of motor oils
> > for long life and reliability...
> >
> > Shipping Flat Rate $190.00 to any major city trucking terminal in the
> > Continental USA - For Home delivery or Liftgate truck service add
> > $96.00"
> >
> > $975 engine
> >
> > $190 shipping
> >
> > Total $1165
> >
> >
> >
> > Boston Bob (Of Course)
> >
> > 2.1 Stock Valve Upgrade
> >
> > Upgrade: $2725 + $600 core
> >
> > Plus Shipping
> >
> > Total $3325 Plus Shipping costs
> >
> >
> >
> > Go Westy - Their engine costs are insane so forget that.
> >
> > Subi  - out of my range.
> >
> > I have local wreckers that salvage the engines out of cars that have
> > been in rear end collisions, they have engines from Jetta for $500 he
> > could sell me but I have idea on the condition of the engine.
> >
> >
> >
> > Anyone have any other ideas?
> >
> >
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Robert
> >
> > NY
> >
> 
> 
> 
> --
> Jake
> 1984 Vanagon GL
> 1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie"
> Crescent Beach, BC
> www.crescentbeachguitar.com
> http://subyjake.googlepages.com/mydixiedarlin%27

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