There is only one GEX and they are a 'worldwide' company.

http://www.gex.com/content/index.htm

You do what you want, but remember, you asked. GEX has a horrible
reputation among those who know (really KNOW) VWs. Their work is
shoddy and while the engine may last the warranty period, lasting
beyond it is a rare thing.  Honoring the warranty has been
questionable as well. Again, read the archives. Make your choice and
move on. Another option not mentioned is Jerry at Northwest Connecting
Rod in Seattle. Be aware when you are pricing that the $2399 + 800
core will likely be $2399+800.

I would recommend Suburban & NWCR without reservation.  AVP seems to
have hot and not so hot periods. Ron Salmon would be better able to
address their current quality. Ron has a reputation of standing behind
his rebuilds and they're significantly less expensive than the GEX
you're contemplating.

http://www.busdepot.com/view.jsp?model=58&category=15&group=8&prodgroup=1056

Jim

On Nov 16, 2010, at 2:45 PM, Anthony Egeln wrote:

> I did search the archives, but it seems most of the posts talked
> about GEX in California not Arkansas, and mostly air cooled.
> But fore-warned is fore-armed, so I'll alert the shop manager to
> expect the worst.  Maybe cancel if he can.
> Thanks, Anthony
>
> --- On Tue, 11/16/10, BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
> From: BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
> Subject: Re: Update on Cracked Heads
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Date: Tuesday, November 16, 2010, 4:38 PM
>
> On Nov 16, 2010, at 1:11 PM, Anthony Egeln <regnsuzanne@YAHOO.COM>
> wrote:
>
>> I decided to go the route of the rebuilt wasserboxer.
>> It's not my engine of choice, but it meets my current budget and
>> the local shop will support it.
>> They're sourcing the engine from GEX in Arkansas.  Anyone deal with
>> an GEX engine before?  They offer a 12 month/12k mile warranty.
>> Thanks, Anthony'89 Syncro GL (Hidalgo)
>
>
> Anthony,
>
> You might want to Google the words "GEX Vanagon" and read for
> yourself.
>
> Avoid the GEX sites but rather look at the ones from places like the
> List archives and TheSamba. You might find that the recommendations
> are not exactly glowing.;-)
>
>
> BenT
>
>
>
>