Date:         Mon, 6 Mar 2000 11:36:52 -0800
Reply-To:     Brian Bylenok <brianb@EISI-NW.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Brian Bylenok <brianb@EISI-NW.COM>
Subject:      '85 Westy engine conversion
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I'm considering converting my original (160K miles) 1.9L wasserboxer to
either a Subaru Legacy engine or a Golf/Jetta engine.  I've seen kits on the
internet to do either.  Any suggestions on which is the better way to go?
I'll be doing my own work and am comfortable with engine/transmission R&R.
As I see it, the biggest issue (for me) is getting a good used wiring
harness & engine control electronics.  Also, does anyone have any experience
with used Japanese engines from Rising Sun in California ? (this would be
for the Subaru conversion).
Also, while I'm at it, what is the feasibility of converting the existing
4-speed transaxle to a 5-speed to take advantage of the increased HP &
torque at highway cruising speeds (I'd like to be turning a thousand RPM
lower at 65-70 mph).
Brian
'85 Westy