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Date:         Mon, 5 Feb 1996 18:55:47 -0500
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From:         djones@sam.i3.net (Doug Jones)
Subject:      Re: Recommendations on Type IV rebuilds

<snip>I would like comments on what the different > suppliers products are like, how reliable? What kind of quality? Any > service issues? <chop> >Clay >

Well Clay, I bought a re-manned 1800cc from ATK/VEGE and it lasted just under 1000 miles before it completely lost compression on #3 cyl. I didn't re-check the torque on the heads (well why the #%@$ should I have to, that's what I gave them $1200. for) When I contacted the rep. he told me that they don't warranty their engines against broken or melted pistons or rings. BTW I wasn't just your average Joe (sorry Joes) calling them about warranty info, I manage a FLAPS and called them and later spoke in person to their rep. in that capacity. I can't recomend anyone good as I didn't try again. My best advice is deal with someone close enough that you can go stand on a few desks if you need to. And DOUBLE-CHECK everything you can. Good luck, Doug '72,'75,'78or9? buses


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