You could buy my 2.1 Boston Bob motor with 1,000 miles on it. Went to Subaru 3.3, so now it just sits, gathering dust in the garage. Randy Bergum 1990 Carat Fullerton, CA
************************ I feel I am at an impasse regarding the replacement of the engine my syncro westy. I am definitely on a pretty tight budget (under4000) but don't want to cut corners that will only cost me money later. I have have spent the last month researching options. I have narrowed it down to three choices and I would love to have the opinions of this board. 1) rebuilt wbx motor, I know bus depot has them available but I am unsure about their rebuilder even after speaking with them on the phone. I can't get Boston Bob to return my phone calls soo... cost 1800-2800 plus my labor 2) used 2.2, smallcar parts kit. I have a neighbor with a 92 legacy that could part out to save some money, but I am nervous about the wiring part even though I have some experience in that area. cost 2450-3450 plus my labor, minus what I could part out the legacy wagon for. 3) used 2wd vanagon with a 2.2 conversion already in place that I could then part out and recoup some of my money. This seems to be my best option as I could drive the van and could make sure all the parts work together and who doesn't need more spare parts around? cost 3000-3500 Let me know what you think.
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