Will you do the work or a shop?

"Better" subjective. What are your needs and priorities?

This VW inline 4 conversion includes a brand new engine:

http://www.foreignautosupply.com/engine-and-drive-train-programs/gen.v-turn-key-engine-conversion-program/

In 2007, my DIY conversion choices were between a Subaru 2.2 or VW gas
or diesel inline conversion. My main priority was to find a known good
lower mile engine. Local Subaru and VW TD donor cars were all high
mile units. I stumbled upon a craigslist ad for good used VW engines
from a reputable re seller and purchased a VW gas I4 from him. I don't
know how many miles are on it but it's never had the head or oil pan
off, doesn't smoke or leak coolant; it has only required normal
maintenance.

Neil.

On 6/15/21, steve Smith <labussiere44@gmail.com> wrote:

> .... I'm told by some that the jetta
> (inline4) conversion is best and by others that the subaru is better.

-- 
Neil n

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1988 Westy 50º ABA swap: https://tinyurl.com/yap5hpwt

1981 Westy 15º ABA swap: https://tinyurl.com/y9n4xob8

VAG Gas Engine Swap Group <http://tinyurl.com/khalbay>