Greetings to the list!!
     I have finaly ordered my new engine.  I ordered it from the dealer.  I
weighed the options of ordering from several companies.  It was a tough
decision, deciding between AVP and the dealer.  AVP wanted 1750.00 plus 250
for shipping.  I could also get new heads for 300.00 more.   The dealer
wanted 2230.00 for a rebuilt engine.  My last VW rebuilt motor ran for
180,000 miles.  I also feel better about warante support.  I can walk in to
my dealer and get help.  I don't know how well AVP supports it's warrantys.

     I will have to wait a week or so for the engine.  There has been a run
on Vanagon engines this year and the builders are running behind.  I will
post more as I get into pulling the engine and getting everything ready for
the transplant.

Colin Moran
'86 Syncro GL
Beebe AR

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