Here's one more!! Were I seeking a really reliable Westy, I would find one with a runout engine...whether high mileage or leaking heads or whatever. Then get it rebuilt to my own satifaction. In my case, I would go for a blueprinted and balanced engine with all the extras Robert Lilley(of this list) did to his. Drop him and e-mail and request information on his engine. With you background on cars and engines, I think you will appreciate his approach. Follow his example and you should have a very reliable, long lasting engine that should give you a minimum of trouble. IMHO John Rodgers "88GL Driver. Katy wrote: > Hi, > Just wanted to send a big "Thank you" to all the list members that > privately replied to my "plea" for help in evaluating a Westy purchase. > All of your responses are greatly appreciated and the amount of > knowledge on the list is well.......amazing! I've added quite a few > "little" things to my list of stuff to look out for and possible > consequences. You all are great!! > > Thanks > Katy Abbas > Legacy Farm > Ionia, IA 50645 |
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