On Jun 6, 2010, at 7:37 PM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

>
> anyhow, I will take this off the list now to avoid censure for a
> somewhat
> 'iffy' general topic of interest to the whole list.  As I progress,
> I will
> post some pics and update as it gets done.. \

Don,

There is nothing wrong with writing about modifications to an inline-4
for use in a Vanagon. Although you might find more receptive audience
at:

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Vanagon-VAG-EngConv/

I have an ABA with a 1.8 head in my 88 2wd Doka. Uses a Techtonics
adapter to hold the distributor. Mounting at 15 degrees as deck height
is not an issue for Dokas. Had a 1.8 CIS in my old 82 Diesel and also
a Weber carbureted 1.8 in a RHD Singlecab mounted at 50 degrees with
stock diesel hardware.

Anyway, feel free to tell us about your modifications to make the
engine more suitable for your Vanagon.

MODerately yours,

BenT