Our '87 Westy with the original WBX is low-mileage and still running strong, but I found it interesting that among the copious paperwork from the PO is a page of notes on the I-4 gasser conversion. �She evidently had some concerns about the longevity of the stock engine and consulted her mechanic here in town about possible alternatives. �Looked like she'd have gone this route, and I kind of like the idea myself when the time comes.
It appears to be the lowest cost approach and would have about the same benefits as a Sube, and would be gravel driveway doable. �It's not important for me to "keep it all VW," but if that setup works then why not?

Stephen

--- On Wed, 9/19/12, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

From: Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Date: Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 8:58 AM

� My conversion was done with a similar 'attitude' to Neil's.� I didn't
care to or have the money or time to learn whole new skill-sets like
welding or electrical engine control systems like he did, but I was curious
as to what the inside of a motor really looked like.