Roger&Zoe Ann Banker wrote:
>
> Hi Volks!
> Bad news today for us, Compression test at mechanic said 110, 150, 150, 115.
> We are not even one year out of a top end job from another mechanic. Sick..
> really sick!!  Mechanic is going to give us our options tomorrow - possible
> new long block from somebody named GEX.  Or do we throw this in for an Audi or
> sell it?  Roger is thinking of selling.  We've spent a small fortune over the
> last couple of years.
> Don't know what the status will be for Death Valley, or is the Van already
> there??
> Zoe Ann Banker
> '87 Vanagon GL (sick) Syncro AdventureWagen

I've read some negative comments about GEX.  You might check these URL's
for a rebuilt engine or parts:

www.bostonengine.com
www.sacbiz.com/avp

I've seen both vendors mentioned in the list -- don't recall anything
negative.  A year and half ago I ordered a rebuilt 1.9L from a VW dealer
for $2200.  It was supposed to be delivered in 10 days.  After four
weeks of waiting I canceled the order and bought a newer van, but
that's another option -- your experience might be different.

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Fred Younger
91 GL