Date:         Sat, 26 Dec 2009 07:19:20 -0700
Reply-To:     "John C..." <jcarp2001@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         "John C..." <jcarp2001@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Subie engine prices
In-Reply-To:  <4B359480.5000902@charter.net>
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Hi All,
 Having everything pulled for you is great advantage
over just buying the whole car.
Although, I do buy the whole thing myself.
It is nice to know all of the parts.
and since you're the one removing them
knowing how how & where they all go!
My point here is to realize & keep in mind
the time & effort required to pull the engine, wiring etc.
It took me (although I'm slow :o)
three days to completely dismantle everything
and take the shell to the crusher.
& I usually get a lot of the purchase price back
by selling the body parts, transmission etc.
(although there is a good investment in time doing this as well)
So, if you see an Engine, Wiring and cats, mounts etc.
for 3K, I'd say that's a pretty good deal!
Don't try to compare it with a running car selling for 1500.
my 2cents.
peace,
John C...
SLC, UT...

On Fri, Dec 25, 2009 at 9:43 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:

> What is a typical price for a Subie engine one might use for a
> conversion? If I were shopping the yards, what might I expect to pay for
> a complete engine with all parts necessary for a proper conversion in a
> Vanagon.
>
> Thanks,
>
> John Rodgers
> 88 GL Driver
>