>> >>I don't want a suped up vehicle but I plan on keeping it a long time. I >>really like its versatility. I want to learn and I want a good result >>without too much frustration. We do not have a great workshop to work in >>either, I live in a condo with a carport. We have the Bently manual and >>Alex has done this sort of thing before, so my advisor is trusted once we >>decide what to do (I hope). >> >>Please tell me everything I need to know. Recommend a place to buy the >>engine if you can that is reliable and low cost. I will be grateful and may >>even send cookies (I know how to do that!) Thanks. >>SShirl@aol.com >> >> This sounded to me a rebuilt wasserbox by VWoA from your local VW dealer is the way to go. Is it around $2200, said someone on the list? Labor is not included. This route is probably the least trouble one. If the engine has minor problems then I would rebuild it myself. Buy all needed parts from VW dealer.
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