Let me start off with saying that this is the only 1.9 I have seen available on this coast (east coast of the US).
I have been talking with a local guy who has a "blown" 1.9 NA in his Vanagon. He is willing to sell me the longblock and some assorted goodies for $150. My question is, is it worth it?
Here's what he says the problem is:
It has a couple of bad valves, they're bent
It has a couple of toasted pistons, from contact with the valves.
It had two instances where oil came out the dipstick tube...what would cause that?
The timing belt was intact and did not slip (to the best of his knowledge).
The engine has about 2000 miles on it since it was purchased from Overland in Calif. about 1.5 years ago.
Here's some pics he sent me:
Again, is it worth it?
Where can I find 1.9 parts in the US?
How much am I looking at for head rebuild?
Also, will my 1.6 Turbo goodies from my Caddy bolt up and work on this engine? The owner says that is has all the turbo goodies setup on it, but will the 1.6 stuff just bolt right up?
Thanks gang!!!!