Date:         Fri, 3 Apr 1998 22:52:41 -0800
Reply-To:     quoton <quoton@DIAL.KFU.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <Vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         quoton <quoton@DIAL.KFU.COM>
Subject:      Rebuilding vanagon engine
Comments: To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM
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Hi Volks:

I am considering to rebuild the engine of my 83 westy. After checking
the prices for geniue VW pistons, rings and cylinders I was a bit
shocked by the price tag of more than $1200 dollars. They don't sell
them as a set, but individually.

I checked around for after market liners and was given a price of $350
for a set by Moly. They told me it's the OEM liner. But is made in
Brazil. They said VW OEM'ed the same thing from the company. I was also
given a $650 set of the same brand but made in Germany.

I have to be skeptical about this. I thought this group can help me.
Could anyone comment on this? Where should I go for a real good liner
set? What's the brand name? Thanks a lot in advance.

BTW I am experienced in taking the engine apart and put it back
together. I replaced my 84 vanagon's head gaskets 2 years ago myself.
I did take all pistons, cylinders and rings off for checking and
cleaning. It's time for the 83 westy and I think it needs a new liner
set.

David Kao
83 westy and 84 vanagon