Wolfy (my 85 Westy) finally gave up the ghost this past weekend.  After
turning 169k miles coming back from the Ozarks, he got us home in fine
shape, but I came out Monday morning to discover he had dumped a load of
coolant on the driveway.

Since I have no place to work on this guy (no level driveway, and he won't
fit into my garage), I am forced to seek outside professional help in
getting him back on his feet.   I checked first with Volkswerks, who has
given me good service in the past, and they estimated $2,000 for new heads.
I then talked to Vee Village folks who said they would do the heads for
$1,700 to $2,000, but for $3,000, they would rebuild the entire engine,
which is what their mechanic recommended for an engine with 169k miles.

I had several long trips planned for this summer and fall.... What do you
think, ladies and gents... Should I do the rebuild?  Does the price seem
right?

Thanks for your advice.

Dave in KC
85 Westy
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