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Subject:Re: 1.9 to 2.1 conversion question
From:Brendan Slevin
Date:Tue, 7 Apr 2009 13:18:55 -0700

nice!  Looks like I'll be studying by Bentley for a while. . .

brendan

On Tue, Apr 7, 2009 at 12:43 PM, Chris S <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote:

> I've transplanted a 2.1 WBX from a Syncro into my 84 Westy along with
> the complete engine harness, ECU, sensors, intake, cooling and exhaust
> systems.  Let me add that it is a DJ-code WBX, so it uses Digijet, but
> it proves that the newer and hopefully improved cooling system can be
> adapted.  If you are patient and/or slightly nutty, you can do it too
> with a little help from your friends.
>
>
> On 4/7/09, Brendan Slevin <totorovan@gmail.com> wrote:
> > I've seen that article, kind of what I'm going by.  I was wondering
> though,
> > why can't I swap the 2.1 harness, ecu and distributor in, too?  I know
> the
> > cooling system must stay 1.9, but since I have no power steering or AC, I
> > can use the entire 2.1 intake system, right?
> >
> > Thanks!
> >
> > -brendan
> >
>
> --
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>
> Chris S.
> Disclaimer: "Death and serious injury may occur"
>