Hi there, hope everyone is safe and well. Does anyone know who manufactures or builds new VW Type4 engines for a '74' type 2 bus? My one has seized and I need to source a replacement. I think the one I have is a 1700. I have no idea where to start So any guidance much appreciated! Also I did think about a second hand replacement but am just concerned I could buy into further problems . I have no idea how much the engine and parts and fitting might cost either . Thank you
might be worth a look: https://www.thevwenginecompany.com/ as any engine builder there is always mixed reviews. Plenty of second hand units about, it guess it all depends if if you have the time to fit it and tweak it yourself.
Thanks! To be honest I was hoping for a turn key solution. I dont have any mechanical experience so would need a garage to fit if I sourced and purchased the engine.
Didn't they become VW Heritage a few years back; we had a Remtech 1641 many years ago, was quite a good motor
Unlike type-1 nobody makes the crankcases. It's possible to get one from Germany I believe but expensive as they are so rare. So a reconditioned one is your only option. Turnkey type-4 will cost a great deal of money for that convenience. 1700 type-4 is the most bullet proof VW air cooled engine, almost impossible to break. Do you know why it seized?
Also worth giving Jim at the engine shop a call. Very helpful chap. https://www.theengineshop.info/ https://www.theengineshop.info/acatalog/Bay-Window-1700cc-021100031XV.html Most reconditioned engine companies give you a guarantee. Usually about 12k miles or 1 year whichever comes first. Trouble is a year isn’t long and if you’re like me 2k in a year is about an average mileage. Unless of course it’s your daily.