Date:         Sat, 12 Dec 1998 19:32:31 EST
Reply-To:     JordanVw@AOL.COM
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From:         JordanVw@AOL.COM
Subject:      Re: Engine Conversion Options, 5 cyl.
Comments: To: vanagon@VANAGON.COM
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In a message dated 98-12-12 19:26:31 EST, Modl6971@AOL.COM writes:

<< On the 5 cyl engines, there are tons of them in the junkyards not getting
 sold because they don't break. And they are cheap because of it, around $500.
 Stick with 86 or newer. Use the Quattro engines because they have bigger
 valves, more torque. I believe there are 1990 or newer 20 valve engines too,
 that's the way to go. 135 to 150 HP stock sure is nice.  >>

FWIW, the Quattro engine is the turbo engine.

chris

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