Christopher Low wrote:
> 
> >          From: Christopher Low <chrilow@enoreo.on.ca>
> >            To: chrilow@enoreo.on.ca
> >       Subject: How much milage form 5 cyl. EV
> >          Date: Tue, 25 Feb 97 22:23:29 EST
> >
> >
> > Howdy.....
> >
> >
> > How long do you think one of the EV engines will last for before having it
> > replaced/rebuilt?  How much for a rebuild nowadays?
> >
> > Thanks, Chris
> >
> >
I am not sure about service in the EV, but that engine is essentially an
Audi 5000 5 cylinder, and in the Audi the engine is usually good for 200
000 mi.  I have both a Tubo diesel and gas Audi 5000, and their engines
are great (knock on wood) after 150 000 mi.

Diesel John

'The Smoking Tortoise'