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Subject:Re: Replacement engine space
From:Larry Hamm
Date:Thu, 21 Jan 1999 18:27:15 -0700

Malcolm White wrote:

 does anyone have any
> detailed measurements of the available space in the Vanagon from a known
> datum i.e the top centre edge of the gearbox?

KEP lists the distance from center of trans input shaft to the deck as
12.5 inches. (350mm?)

   I notice on the KEP site that they provide numerous VW/Porsche
adapter
> plates. Will these fit the Vanagon or is it simply the Subaru that they
> provide kits for?

Subaru is the only engine they make FULL kits for, but they make the
adapters and flywheels for most of the other engines listed to fit
Vanagon.

Larry
'82 diesel->Jetta Westy