I agree with Stacy and YES a GW 2.3 is nicer and I have many happy friends
with the 2.3...
In short, keep things simple.. Subaru conversion is still an uncharted
territory for some... at least for me.. :-)

oh yeah Stacy... no Diesel for me...

On Tue, Jun 15, 2021 at 6:02 PM Stacy Schneider <vwcrewman@gmail.com> wrote:

> For the least amount of hassle go with the GW 2.2. But also consider the
> supporting parts as well. The TB, the engine harness and injectors should
> all be considered as well.
>     So many times I see conversions done and all the monkeys do is put the
> replacement engine and it still runs like crap.
>       A used Subaru engine will need the same attention as well. Unless you
> like to tinker, stay stock but do a thorough job.
>         I speak from experience. I have both a properly built WBX and a
> Subaru 2.2, my Subaru has been towed home from common Subaru issues. I’ve
> limped my WBX home. Engine swaps are not a panacea, they’re just a
> different engine.
>           The newest conversion you’re going to get is a SAH but you’re in
> the 20K range there and then you need to regear your trans.
>        I have put 250k on my WBX and 25K on my Subaru and about 1K on a
> 1,8T and I think the VW engineered WBX is the best engine going, don’t even
> get me going on Diesels.
>
> On Tue, Jun 15, 2021 at 3:44 PM steve Smith <labussiere44@gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Hello all
> > I have an 89 westy and need a new engine. I'm told by some that the jetta
> > (inline4) conversion is best and by others that the subaru is better. I'd
> > like to learn from those who have done these conversions.  I'm also
> > considering go westy's 2.3.
> >
> > Thanks so much
> > Steve
> >
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