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Subject:Re: vw diesel engine in old type 2
From:Per Lindgren
Date:Tue, 11 May 1999 16:57:10 +0200

Marshall Ruskin wrote:

> What I'm wondering if there is some Vanagon-related material we could import
> from Mexico or Brazil.
>
> Does anybody know if TDI's are made there yet, or other suitable engines for
> Vangon transplanting?
>
> It seems to me that being closer to us than Europe or S. Africa would mean
> lower costs. In addition, NAFTA countries are supposed to have reducued
> duties etc.

I believe at least VW of Argentine makes TDI 5-cyls fro the T4 (Eurovan)
transporters. In addition, the Golf and Jetta TDIs come from Mexico.

PerL