There is a version of engine stand that was developed for VW split-case type, lighter-weight engines. It bolts to your benchtop, and allows the assembly to rotate, but only needs half of the engine available for mounting bolts. I like the one I got for rebuilding my 2.1. It was an internet VW hot-rod place special, for about $25 US. Kai Mei <kai@NEWCLEAR.US> wrote: I'm thinking of buying a spare engine for the 2.1 vanagon in my future... Can I do anything with this on a bench in a basement? I live in a rowhouse with no garage... I'd have to winch it through a trap door to get it to basement level. There's not a ton of space down there, either. Is an engine stand necessary? My work area where i can leave it on the bench is 3'x5'. I don't think I would do a full rebuild... just check replace the main and rod bearings, and probably rebuilt connecting rods, if everything looks ok on top. This is the engine... No oil consumption, always run on Mobil-1 Synthetic. Looks like hell, lots of rust,(NY car since new) but runs like a champ, pulls hard. Never overheated, maintained by professional mechanic. Flywheel good, lo-mile clutch included. Perk up your Vanagon, Transporter, or Syncro with a genuine German VW powerplant, ready for another 100K! This is one of the few good motors they put in a Vanagon...I'm changing to Subaru for better economy and turbocharged power. |
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