EARLIER VW VANS

The 2.2 Subaru engine does not fit these because the air inlet interferes with the gas tank. Subaru's 1800 cc pushrod '81-'86 engines fit fine as do the Toyota 2TC, 3TC, VW Rabbit, Nissan V6, Mazda rotary, and Porsche 911 because the '68-'79 vans have 7" more space above the engine than a Vanagon. Taller engines can be used if a box is put over the engine. Our general catalog has many suggestions but no ideal choice.

Before fixing an older van, I suggest you look in the newspaper and call your local wrecking yards for a Vanagon with a bad engine. You may find you can upgrade to a much better van at very little expense.

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EARLIER VW VANS

The 2.2 Subaru engine does not fit these because the air inlet interferes with the gas tank. Subaru's 1800 cc pushrod '81-'86 engines fit fine as do the Toyota 2TC, 3TC, VW Rabbit, Nissan V6, Mazda rotary, and Porsche 911 because the '68-'79 vans have 7" more space above the engine than a Vanagon. Taller engines can be used if a box is put over the engine. Our general catalog has many suggestions but no ideal choice.

Before fixing an older van, I suggest you look in the newspaper and call your local wrecking yards for a Vanagon with a bad engine. You may find you can upgrade to a much better van at very little expense.

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