Date:         Tue, 18 Jan 2000 01:48:19 -0600
Reply-To:     John Rodgers <inua@HIWAAY.NET>
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From:         John Rodgers <inua@HIWAAY.NET>
Subject:      Re: All these opinions
Comments: To: Katy <katya@NETINS.NET>
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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