Aussieveedubbers · Tech Talk

engine rebuild kits??

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/97210/engine-rebuild-kits

oldturtle22 ·

Has anyone used these engine rebuild kits before, I was wondering what the quality was like?

Seems very cheap??

Chris

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/250246696212?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

silver ·

Cheap. but get a quote on shipping ...

matberry ·

Well, they are cheap, they have all the parts laid out nicely so they must be good.

You get what you pay for.

I'd recommend a Scat or CB engine kit and have a local reputable VW shop put it together for you.

1916baja ·

What i did when we built my engine was get a list of say a 1916 cb performance engine kit so i knew exactly what i needed, i then sourced all the parts myself from vw parts unlimited or cip1, i ordered it in separate orders so it came in under $1000 per order so i didn't have to pay any import taxes.... Although i'd give Rod penrose a call before you do anything as his prices seem very competitive with buying from the states at the moment. Have a look at his online store www.rodpenroseracing.com.au. i believe he is in the usa at the moment though so call him in a couple of weeks when he gets back. He should be able to put something together for you...
Mick

oldturtle22 ·

Thanks guys,
I'll check the cb and scat gear out. Better to be safe than sorry!
Going to the states soon, so import taxes no dramas, will have a US address for 4 months.
cheers Chris

1916baja ·

sweet, can i come?

toplessbug ·

just to let you know Roy is the owner and a good guy ,he does not sell shit,you will not have any problems dealing with him ,he also manufactures his own heads machined in house from american castings,again good stuff