if someone?(not me) was inspired to compile a summary of these results?it could?really help the community...maybe we have something?like a sticky or we can post the results on a site that does like Samba (Brents call on that I'd guess)....Really good info in these posts!
On Mon, Jul 22, 2024 at 8:50?AM KEVIN GALLAUGHER via <breakfastnatto=[email protected]> wrote:
I like what a previous message said about Rocky Mountain Westy in Fort Collins, CO.? My experience has been that they are always sticklers for quality and that their parts will not just fix your van but will actually improve your van.? RMW recommends the 2000-2004 EJ25 for combination of adequate power and ease of maintenance without the complicated electronics of more modern engines that SmallCar deals with.
For a reliable builder closer to Phoenix that is always a stickler for quality I would strongly suggest reaching out to Adrian from Vanagon City in Torrance California (310) 308-7864.? Adrian works closely with OutFront Motors and, just like Rocky Mountain Westy, is always a stickler for the highest quality parts and components in his builds.? He won’t use rebuilt short blocks and prefers Subaru factory new ones adding on better quality pistons, gaskets, etc.? He does for the EJ motors what GoWesty does for the Waterboxer - carefully turns them into hot rod versions of their previous selves. He can make stock engines, Frankenmotors and souped up strokers to make your van drive like a Camaro. ?
You can check out his work on his facebook page or instagram: ?
