VWnut@smus.bc.ca wrote:
> 
> > > List...
> > >
> > >         AVI seems to be priced a little better than GEX. Gex wants $1799. for
> > > the 1.9 and $1999. for the 2.1. Plus there is a $600. core deposit. Im
> > > sure there is some room for bargining
> > >         Well that decides it. My 2.1L is still running great after 112k, but
> > > when the inevidible occurs, I'm putting in a GTI. GEX has 1800cc 110hp,
> > > GTI engines for $929. plus a $300. core. With that added power I hope to
> > > get better mileage too. Now to track down the needed parts...
> > >
> > > Erik
> > > 87' Syncro Camper
> > Will a GTI engine mate up to the Vanagon bellhousing w/o modification or
> > adapters? Will the engine compartment hold that engine w/o major mods?
> 
> Yes, with the following from a diesel Vanagon - oil pan, engine
> mounts, bellhousing, oil filler, alternator bracket (I think). Not
> sure about exhaust, maybe custom fab something using a dual outlet
> GTI manifold, or one from a Fox. The stock diesel is single outlet.
> Also you want to look for early GTI engine without knock sensor
> ignition, ie: with CIS injection, unless you want to swap over the
> wiring harness, ecu, etc.
> 
> Since this is a fairly common question, I wouldn't mind having a FAQ
> posted on it, unless it already is. If not, I'd be glad to post it on
> my web site, if others could send me any pertinent articles. Any
> takers?

	On a Syncro there are more consideratons. Eric Zeno says the gas tank
needs to be replaced with a German model. Also I think there might be a
conflict with the skidplate. I've never seen a syncro with a GTI, anyone
out there do this one before? I saw that porche V6 on the net, I'm not
interested in something like that. 

Erik
87' syncro camper