I am in Bloomingburg NY which is just outside of Middletown NY.

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On Aug 19, 2008, at 8:38 PM, Cullen Stewart wrote:

> Where are you in NY, NYC or upstate. I am in VT and we have an
> excellent mechanic near the NY border that may have a line on a
> solid engine. The garage is called Fast Addiction in Castleton. They
> are very talented and honest.
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Stewart" <robertmstewart@MAC.COM
> >
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2008 4:24 PM
> Subject: Engine Replacement or Gasket Fix?
>
>
>> 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
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