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Date:         Fri, 7 Jan 2005 16:42:58 -0700
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Other engine conversion options?<F>
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On 1/7/05 2:37 PM, "Hans Achter" <hansachter@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:

> I don't see where the VW inline-4 is any cheaper than putting a subaru EJ22 > in. You end up with a > much better motor that fits just like the original WBX. > -Hans > > >> All kidding aside, least expensive real engine swap solution is still >> VW inline-4 IMHO. >> >> BenT >> >> -- >> BenT >> > > If you go inline with a tiico yoy pay more than most subie mods. If you build your own kit like with fastforward.ca parts you come out the cheapest.

The cheapness of the mod is directly proportional to your own tools and skills in using them as well as automotive engine mod knowledge. Electronic skills with basic OBDI or injector contol ECU is also needed.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• jimt Planned insanity is best. Remember that sanity is optional. http://www.tactical-bus.info (tech info) http://www.westydriver.com


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