Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:07:30 -0700
Reply-To: Jim Arnott <jrasite@EONI.COM>
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From: Jim Arnott <jrasite@EONI.COM>
Subject: Re: Engine Replacement or Gasket Fix?
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From a long thread on the Syncro list:
Jim
Volks,
Extreme Warning .... stay away from jake4parts on eBay aka Ken Morgan
in Denver area.
As Simon has mentioned ... this is perhaps the most disputable,
corrupt business man you will ever encounter.
Lots of posts in the Vanagon, Syncro and Samba archives from 2002,
2003 and beyond, about customers he badly abused and cheated.
If it wasn't for some heroic efforts on Simon's part and a few others,
there would have been even more victims.
His trail of broken promises, theft and deceit know no boundaries.
He has changed business names and seller identities many times to
deceive our community.
Those of you who know me have never seen me post such a negative and
blunt post before about any person or business.
That should tell you something.
Please do not do business with this man.
larry chase
roadhaus.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jake de Villiers" <crescentbeachguitar@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2008 1:53 PM
Subject: Re: Engine Replacement or Gasket Fix?
> If those were my choices I'd go with Bob every time. Follow his
> instructions! :)
>
> On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 1:24 PM, Robert Stewart
> <robertmstewart@mac.com>wrote:
>
>> So I just found out that 88 Vanagon has a blown head gasket just
>> between Cylinder 1 & 2 I was told by my mechanic. I nice little chunk
>> is missing he says. That is where my coolant leak is coming from he
>> says.
>>
>> So I just lost my job, position was extinguished. I have a couple of
>> months severance and unemployment but I am on a tight budget. I was
>> planning on leaving for a California cross country journey in 2 months.
>>
>> The van seems to run fine other than adding some coolant every time
>> the van sits overnight. Anytime the van is not moving the coolant
>> seems to be slowly dripping out.
>>
>> So what kind of costs am I looking at for the costs of replacing a
>> gasket? I assume that I would have both sides done at the same time.
>>
>> or if the cost to high, and is the same as putting in a new engine..
>> who's engine under a budget?
>>
>> My mechanic told me its between $1,000 - $1,200 for the removal &
>> installation of the engine. How much should this be?
>>
>> Options:
>>
>> I saw this guy oin Ebay "jake4parts" - he has gotten some all lot of
>> good feedback. Anyone know if this guy? His engine is only $975
>>
>>
>> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1986-1991-VW-Vanagon-Rebuilt-2-1L-Engine-Long-Block_W0QQitemZ320284970269QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320284970269&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C65%3A1%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
>>
>> "1986 - 1991 VW Vanagon 2.1L Engine Rebuilt (Long Block) Has all new
>> bearings, rings and valve job - This engine is completely resealed
>> with all new head gaskets and crank seals... Built in our shop, these
>> engines also comes with all installation gaskets to complete the
>> installations into your vanagon... Comes with flywheel or flex plate
>> - Specify whether you have an automatic or stickshift...
>>
>> This engine also fits 83-85 Vanagon waterboxers with a small
>> modification to the center intake manifold plenum (ask for product
>> circular)... Comes with a 12mo/12,000mile warranty, technical
>> bulitens for start-up and break-in as well as selection of motor oils
>> for long life and reliability...
>>
>> Shipping Flat Rate $190.00 to any major city trucking terminal in the
>> Continental USA - For Home delivery or Liftgate truck service add
>> $96.00"
>>
>> $975 engine
>>
>> $190 shipping
>>
>> Total $1165
>>
>>
>>
>> Boston Bob (Of Course)
>>
>> 2.1 Stock Valve Upgrade
>>
>> Upgrade: $2725 + $600 core
>>
>> Plus Shipping
>>
>> Total $3325 Plus Shipping costs
>>
>>
>>
>> Go Westy - Their engine costs are insane so forget that.
>>
>> Subi - out of my range.
>>
>> I have local wreckers that salvage the engines out of cars that have
>> been in rear end collisions, they have engines from Jetta for $500 he
>> could sell me but I have idea on the condition of the engine.
>>
>>
>>
>> Anyone have any other ideas?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Robert
>>
>> NY
>>
>
>
>
> --
> Jake
> 1984 Vanagon GL
> 1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie"
> Crescent Beach, BC
> www.crescentbeachguitar.com
> http://subyjake.googlepages.com/mydixiedarlin%27