In a message dated 8/14/01 12:43:01 PM, CTONLINE@WEBTV.NET writes:

<< A 455 Olds, or a 350 Chevy is the only way to go---- >>

Terry,

I hate to say it, but you are wrong.  The only suitable conversion for a
Vanagon is a Fundinger cast iron, tubocharged flat four diesel with an
intercooler.

Rich