which new engine for 1989 1.7 deisel

[richard19]

Having just sorted out the poor starting of my van it appears the engine is so tired it needs replacing. My van is 1.7 deisel 1989 lhd with a 4 speed box. Whats going to be the best and least difficult transplant. Is the 4 speed box going to be a problem.
Richard

[billy739]

get the old one recond

easiest.

will come with a warrenty so you know it will last

will prob cost £1500-1700 done well with all new gaskets /water pump/stat ect and will last years

[richard19]

Didn't even think of that, unfortunately engine has already had at least one new head and been skimmed as a result of a long running overheating problem, do you think a recon is still viable. Is there anywhere you would reccomend, I'm in Essex but would have no problem travelling further to get the right job.
Richard

[billy739]

google some recon peeps near you.

otherwise you can straight fit a 1.9 non turbo using all your old bits- sump manifolds ect.

check ebay / local breakers ect . anything 2nd hand is just that , despite what you will be fobbed off with , if it runs its a good one. how long for you never know.

decide on what your going to be using it for .

regular use , daily driver, occasional trips , european travel?

2nd hand is prob the cheapest , great if not using the van much , but as a daily driver that needs to be reliable spend the money and use it!