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Subject:Head gasket questions...
From:Alan Bosch
Date:Wed, 22 Jul 1998 10:22:06 -0500

The saga continues...
The '88 Vanagon I'm looking to purchase will need new head gaskets - maybe
new heads too.
This came from the guy selling the van.  The body and interior are in very
good shape.  Engine has 125k miles.  So I seek the collective knowledge of
the list for the following:

1)  Insight regarding replacing head gaskets, gaskets and heads, whole
engine
2)  DIY or take it to a shop, knowing that I rebuilt the engine in my old
'82 Rabbit Diesel
3)  Ball park costs for above - I won't hold anyone to anything.  Just want
feedback to make a informed, eyes open decision.
4)  Should I run away from this

Thank you in advance.

Alan Bosch

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