Date: Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:24:41 -0400
Reply-To: Chris S <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Chris S <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Engine repair or replacement?
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Is doing the job yourself outside of your capabilities? Gaskets are not
that expensive and you can do the job with the engine in the car. If you
need new heads, well, that's a bit more.
I have a complete 1.9L that has a set of good heads. But, they are original
with 170,000 miles on them.
Chris S.
On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 6:51 PM, Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@mac.com>wrote:
> Hi Everyone,
>
> More on my story...
>
> My 88 automatic wolfsburg with 237,000 miles on it with a rebuilt
> engine at 150,000 miles just had the head gaskets start leaking. Small
> amounts of coolant are coming out.
>
> I was told it's missing .5 inches on each side of the head. I have not
> verified it yet.
>
> Please note I just lost my job as dissolved the position and have a
> couple months of severance an unemployment insurance coming in, so
> cost is a big factor. I cant afford a lot but I want to do the right
> thing. The van has been running fine for the most part and I only add
> about a quarter of the coolant tank every 200 miles. So the leak is
> not terrible
>
> I have been doing some research and here are what appear to be the
> options:
>
> 1. Use something like Bars STOP Leak - Head Gasket Fix WORKS WITH ALL
> TYPES OF ANTIFREEZE! (
> DOES THIS EVEN WORK?
> http://www.barsproducts.com/1111.htm
>
>
> 2. Use something like Permatex on the edge (though I am told this wont
> work it might be temporary fix)
>
> 3. Remove the engine and have the gaskets replaced $1200-$1500
>
> 4. http://www.alumiweld.com ? temporary fix.
>
> 5. Get a new engine
>
>
> $975 & $190 shipping - Ken Morgan (Jake4parts on ebay)
>
> I talked to this guy Ken Morgan who sells engines under the name
> jake4parts on ebay. He has 2.1 L engine for sale for $975. I know some
> people say that he shady, I am not sure. Spoke to him and he sounds
> like a nice guy who is knowledgeble.
>
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1986-1991-VW-Vanagon-Rebuilt-2-1L-Engine-Long-Block_W0QQitemZ320284970269QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320284970269&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C66%3A4%7C65%3A10%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14#ebayphotohosting
>
> "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"
>
>
>
>
>
> Need some help trying to figure out what I should I, finances are
> tight. I want to move to California and drive my van there.
>
> Much appreciated all the ideas that you send my way.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Robert
>
> NY
>
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