Date:         Sun, 6 Apr 2014 14:18:46 -0500
Reply-To:     JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Rebuilt engine
Comments: To: David Boan <dboan@COMCAST.NET>
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You are about to drop a bundle into an old vehicle - so I would guess
that you have long-range plans for your machine. That given - I think if
the money is there-  you would prol'ly be well advised to go with the
later/bigger engine and tranny combo from Go-westy. I've not bought
their products, but there's good warranty' and I've heard few bad
reviews on their work. Those guys have worked hard to build their
reputation for quality and service - so you will pay a premium - but it
appears the support is there if you need it.

The engine and tranny are the biggies on these vehicles - and if you
have good ones - everything else becomes a work-around or a "Round Toit"
- meaning you can fix it yourself when you get around to it. With a
reliable engine and tranny - you can enjoy your machine while dealing
with the other issues. But a bad engine or bad tranny can put you on
blocks for a barbeque in the back yard, rather than camping in the
mountains, or a barbeque at the beach, or wherever.

These two items are not where  you want to "cheap out!"  Go for it!!

John

On 4/6/2014 1:50 PM, David Boan wrote:
> I am getting ready to buy a rebuilt engine for my '85 Westy, and am looking
> seriously at the Go Westy 2300 1.9L.  I would appreciate any comments from
> anyone who has experience with this engine, and any ideas about this versus
> going for the 2300 for the 86-91 model years.
>
>
>
> I am also considering having the shop that does the install also rebuild the
> transaxle at the same time, or perhaps getting the Go Westy rebuilt
> transaxle.  I am assuming it makes sense to do both the engine and the
> transaxle at the same time (they have 225,000 miles and never rebuilt).  I
> welcome anyone with suggestions on that idea and/or experience with the Go
> Westy transaxle.
>
>
>
> Thank you
>
>
>
> David Boan
>
> Wheaton, IL
>