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jyl Samba Member
Joined: February 13, 2007 Posts: 235
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 2:49 am Post subject: Where To Get Replacement Zetec? |
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Hi guys. Looks like I need to find a replacement Zetec engine for my van.
Can anyone point me to a good source for a new crate Zetec? If they are NLA, then what is the next best alternative?
I am starting with my previous Zetec in my Bostig v2 conversion, meaning that I could transfer over everything not internal to the previous engine. But I want a zero-mile or rebuilt engine; no drama about will the XYZ fit; and as little labor as possible.
Thanks. I'm still reeling from losing my almost-new engine, less than 2K miles. Arrrgh. _________________ 1988 Westy, Bostig v2.0 |
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thatvwbusguy Samba Member
Joined: April 18, 2007 Posts: 1712 Location: Newmarket, New Hampshire
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:52 am Post subject: |
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There is a zero mile long block listed on ebay for $1,000 right now. Since you already have a complete engine that is probably your best bet. I haven't seen any complete crate engines for a few months, but have heard rumors that they are still out there. _________________ Jay Brown
'85 Zetec Westfalia
Newmarket, NH
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thatvwbusguy Samba Member
Joined: April 18, 2007 Posts: 1712 Location: Newmarket, New Hampshire
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:52 am Post subject: |
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There is a zero mile long block listed on ebay for $1,000 right now. Since you already have a complete engine that is probably your best bet. I haven't seen any complete crate engines for a few months, but have heard rumors that they are still out there. _________________ Jay Brown
'85 Zetec Westfalia
Newmarket, NH
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turbotransporter Samba Member
Joined: February 19, 2006 Posts: 459 Location: Bainbridge Island WA
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:55 am Post subject: |
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Sorry about your engine
New crate Zetecs are getting tough to find but there was one on e-bay recently.
Item number 290683811136 sold for $1200.00 plus $149.00 shipping from Engines Direct in Phoenix AZ Perhaps they have access to another?
(That's less than I have in the one I purchased from Bostig that's sleeping under my workbench waiting for the rest of conversion $$$ to fall out of the sky! )
There are still low mileage used Zetecs out there... Check out car-part.com for one in your area. |
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turbotransporter Samba Member
Joined: February 19, 2006 Posts: 459 Location: Bainbridge Island WA
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:58 am Post subject: |
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Jay is faster on the keys than I...
He's right! Another listed by Engines Direct. Woo-hoo!
Be aware! There's a $450 core charge show in the auction listing.
Let's see... That make my sleeping Zetec worth... Uhhmmm.... $1800.00?? |
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buildyourown Samba Member
Joined: March 01, 2009 Posts: 1668 Location: Seattle
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:53 am Post subject: |
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You got a new crate the first time right?
Curious, how did it die?
The $1000 ebay long block is probably your best bet. All your bolt-ons are still low miles. The couple crates that have popped up on ebay lately have been cobbled together from spare parts. Not sure they are worth the money in your situation. |
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insyncro Banned
Joined: March 07, 2002 Posts: 15086 Location: New York
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 10:04 am Post subject: |
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My racer connections say Ford and a US based race school are going to unload new motors soon.
I have no clue as too the specifics, but it has happened in the past and the motors were a deal
I'm buyin' one this time around for sure
Bostig and the conversion they offer has been a hot topic around my shop lately.
I post this all the time and it bares repeating....the under carriage protection system they have come up with is a work of art.
Kudos Jim |
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jyl Samba Member
Joined: February 13, 2007 Posts: 235
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 4:52 pm Post subject: |
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buildyourown wrote: |
You got a new crate the first time right?
Curious, how did it die?
The $1000 ebay long block is probably your best bet. All your bolt-ons are still low miles. The couple crates that have popped up on ebay lately have been cobbled together from spare parts. Not sure they are worth the money in your situation. |
Quick oil change place didn't tighten drain plug, it backed out, oil light came on, plug was gone and all the oil was dumped. Engine still runs but has a loud knock, very low on power, and feels gritty if you know what I mean. _________________ 1988 Westy, Bostig v2.0 |
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ckissick Samba Member
Joined: August 22, 2006 Posts: 498 Location: Bay Area
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 5:22 pm Post subject: |
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At least your daughter got that cool job at Yosemite. (I just came over from Pelican) I should hope that the oil change place will pay for everything.
The VW dealer in Santa Barbara once gave my '81 Scirocco an oil change. One wrench put in the required amount of oil, then another wrench did the same thing. Twice as much oil as required is not good. They didn't hesitate to make it right. _________________ Charlie
1950 Beetle
1983 Westfalia
1989 syncro Tristar
1966 Porsche 912
1989 Beck Spyder
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ipclark Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2010 Posts: 90 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:12 pm Post subject: |
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Do your own oil change, at least you know it was done right, but I guess you know that. _________________ 1984 VW Westfalia Bostig Zetec Powered
Daily Driver 2010 VW Golf Wagon TDI, DSG |
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buildyourown Samba Member
Joined: March 01, 2009 Posts: 1668 Location: Seattle
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:31 pm Post subject: |
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jyl wrote: |
Quick oil change place didn't tighten drain plug, it backed out, oil light came on, plug was gone and all the oil was dumped. Engine still runs but has a loud knock, very low on power, and feels gritty if you know what I mean. |
Well, in that case. They are available from Ford Racing brand new for $6000. |
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rubbachicken Samba Member
Joined: October 05, 2004 Posts: 3058 Location: socal
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Posted: Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:37 pm Post subject: |
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jyl wrote: |
Quick oil change place didn't tighten drain plug, it backed out, oil light came on, plug was gone and all the oil was dumped. Engine still runs but has a loud knock, very low on power, and feels gritty if you know what I mean. |
how much would it cost to rebuild _________________ lucy our westy
lucy's BIG adventure
meet 'burni'
markswagen {mobile mechanic} san diego area all early VW's cared for.
619 201 0310 or 617 935 4182 |
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