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Subject:Re: Long Block Advice
From:Mark B. Magee
Date:Sun, 02 Feb 1997 20:48:48 -0600

Erik O 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?
Mark B. Magee
87GL 78K