I just had my 1.9 rebuilt at Suburban Engine (former coworker of Boston Bob)
in January. The issue appears to be they may need to make a custom set of
bearings if the standard ones will no longer fit.  My core was fine so there
were no issues rebuilding it.  He does not like to do 1.9's anymore BTW but
he might if you ask.

Most people on this list recommended upgrading to a 2.1 for the rebuild for
the extra reliability and power but I was not interested paying more for
another core and any extra parts needed for the conversion.  I like the gas
mileage of my 1.9 anyway.

Bryan

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Bernie
Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 12:26 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Engine Rebuild Advice Please

It's getting close to time to rebuild the 1.9 in my 85 Westy.
Many people tell me that there is a problem getting good parts for the
rebuild and that
many folks are not satisfied when they do have engine rebuilt.
Not being have much knowledge in these maters I am asking for input from
those that do.
Thank you.

Bernie
Vancouver, BC