Chris, If you are planning to keep the Westy for a long time, I would recommend looking at the Tiico in line 4 conversion. I put a Boston Bob rebuild in my 91 and am very pleased with his work. I do have sticking lifters now and again after about 35,000 miles on the engine. My reasons for recommending the in line 4 are: Engine from Bob $2050 + shipping Complete stainless exhaust 1000 new water pump, thermostat housing, water distribution piece, coolant tank, new hoses, sending units, motor mounts etc. 500 at least - probably more Then, in the first year, a leaky water pump, a failed AFM, a leaky oil cooler, and maybe a few other minor problems. I ended up with more than the price of a Tiico conversion and if I keep driving at the same rate, I will have to start all over again in about 3 - 4 years. The above costs do not include any labor. I guess I have had my fill of 2.1 water boxers. I believe the 1.9's are a bit better though. Walt Spak Pittsburgh, PA. wnsopc3@3rdm.net ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Paquette <cp@IX.NETCOM.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, October 15, 2001 12:57 PM Subject: '88 Westy: Shopping for New Engine - Options?
> Automatic transmission, 2.1 liter 1988 Westy. > > I need a new engine. I've seen many recommendations for Boston Bob > (www.bostonengine.com), as well as a couple of warnings _against_ getting a > GEX motor. > > What are my options beyond this, if any? Looking for recommendations on > which way to go with this decision. > > If you were in my place, where would you get your replacement from, and why? > My goal is to get together with my mechanic and tell him which engine I > want, and why. > > Chris > Los Angeles > Crippled '88 Westy, "Rocinante" |
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