*photos* cracked crankcase- strainer nut overtorqued

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Re: *photos* cracked crankcase- strainer nut overtorqued

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If your stuck for a good engine case contact jinx over on vzi, he has loads of Type 4 engines im sure he will have a good CU case cheap.
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Cheers I'll bare that in mind but I expect.shipping would negate any savings. If I can get a cheap 2nd hand engine then I might try a straight swap but I expect the van will be sold
1981 2.0l Aircooled ex German post office van coverted to camper.
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Re: *photos* cracked crankcase- strainer nut overtorqued

Post by sarran1955 »

Hello,

That is usually a weldable repair...

You have PM

Cordialement,

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