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Date:         Fri, 21 Jul 2000 20:16:53 +1300
Reply-To:     Andrew Grebneff <andrew.grebneff@stonebow.otago.ac.nz>
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From:         Andrew Grebneff <andrew.grebneff@stonebow.otago.ac.nz>
Subject:      Re: air cooled eng convert.
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>
>I agree that the WORST thing we can do is install non-VW power in a
>Vanagon.


I CANNOT agree. My 84 Caravelle had a good GM V6 conversion. No problems at
all with the conversion. It was even quiet, though the engine was too
heavy, causing understeer. Shame the trans couldn't handle it.


Sure, you may be able to expect a few teething problems, but these will be
curable (don't go for a drive far out-of-town until it's proven!).


The lists are ideal places to find out about others' experiences, and to
find fixes.


Face it, the VW wasserboxer is a dog (and I guess the Oettinger six version
is also). Best thing is to have the best van and fit the best engine (and
trans ie Porsche).


Andrew
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