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Subject:Re: Engine Conversions
From:Robert Stewart
Date:Tue, 7 Oct 2008 19:33:31 -0400

This interests me, if I could get a $1500 kit, I can get those engines
locally for $500-600 dollars.

What else is needed?

What about the wiring harness issue? Is this part of the kit?

If I were to have someone install this I guess I would be looking at
another $1000-1500 for installation correct?

Robert
NY

On Oct 6, 2008, at 11:16 PM, James Jean-Woo Kim wrote:

> I would vote for Subaru 2.2 conversion. SmallCar has a complete
> conversion kit ($1500 plus the cost of the engine). It's wonderful.
>
> On Mon, Oct 6, 2008 at 6:00 PM, Robert Stewart
> <robertmstewart@mac.com> wrote:
> I have question for those in the know...
>
> Some will remember my 2.1 automatic engine has gasket problems and is
> slowly leaking coolant.
>
> I was considering replacing it with good used engine, I also
> considered putting in a used Golf, Jetta or GTI engine in. What I
> don't know is what is involved with putting these other engines in?
>
> Does anyone have any site links that explain the process and costs?
>
> I was only considering it as it seemed a viable option.
>
> I can get Jetta and Golf engines in a range of $500-650 dollars. Just
> wondering what other parts are needed? Does anyone have a kit for all
> the parts? if so what is the cost?
>
> Thanks for the feedback.
>
> Also if you have a good 2.1 L engine with good compression and
> recently done gaskets let me know.
>
> Thanks.
> Robert
> NY
>