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Date:         Sun, 8 Jun 2003 08:55:20 -0700
Reply-To:     Doktor Tim <doktortim@ROCKISLAND.COM>
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From:         Doktor Tim <doktortim@ROCKISLAND.COM>
Subject:      Re: Regarding Input on Buying 2.1L Advice...
Comments: To: kevin obrien <kevindobrien@YAHOO.COM>
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At 07:21 AM 06/08/2003, you wrote: > Some think $1500 for the engine >(with 15k on it) is fair...many think it is a high >price. > >The Latest: he will remove it from the wrecked Vanagon >and install it in mine for $1650 total (he is a >mechanic with lots of VW experience.)

That's an incredible bargain for his time, unless he's thinking of whipping it out and down the drive via compromised procedures. If that includes full drain and refill with spec antifreeze, big danged +. Includes new oil and filters?? What are you waiting for?? As to whether that engine is worth $1500, best to not try to put a value on it without FIRST verifying compression balance and leak down testing. Also, I would never pay that much for a low mileage rebuilt motor if there was any sign at all of corrosion on the fittings or surfaces or if I saw the WRONG antifreeze in it. As to 15K miles, if that's what his invoice when replaced shows as the mileage, great!! No docs, no value.

>- I get to keep my core

Do a very thorough cleaning of the core both prior to removal and after. Be very sure the whole block and heads are fully flushed with water and effort employed to drain both sides. Before removing or tearing down the core you should verify compression and leak down and check end play.

I documented one Wasserboxer that had a VW Remanufactured block installed with one gallon of antifreeze billed. They pinched the hoses and subjected the new motor to foul fluid from the get go. This is what low bid motor replacements always include, short cuts and compromise. Not the best way to least cost/mile long term.


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