Date:         Mon, 6 Jul 1998 22:08:12 -0400
Reply-To:     Jan Eggspuehler <71714.2576@COMPUSERVE.COM>
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From:         Jan Eggspuehler <71714.2576@COMPUSERVE.COM>
Subject:      82 Westy needs advice on new engine
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I recently bought an 82 diesel westy with the transmission and engine
removed.  The engine has a "16D" on it which I think means 1600cc diesel.
It is rebuildable but I that by the time I buy all the necessary gaskets,
rings, etc.  I might in the long run be better off putting a different
engine in it.  I would like to keep the camper for a long time so I want to
make the most economically sound decision that will pay off over the long
run.  Ie performance, reliability, gas mileage, ease of swap.  Every time I
ask someone in the know, I get a different opinion such as rebuildthe
diesel, put a turbo diesel from jetta, put a 1800cc rabbit, suburu...Does
anyone have any suggestions on which engine would be the best to put in.
Any advice is much appreciated.

Pete