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Subaru Engines for Vanagon Subaru Conversions

Mar 29th 2022

RMW does 2.2, 2.5, (4 cylinder) and 3.0 liter (6 cylinder) conversions in house as well as providing complete D.I.Y. kits for the two 4 cylinder engines. We make parts to do the 6 cylinder install, however, it is suggested that you choose one of the 4 cylinder engine conversions unless there is a reason you absolutely need to have the 6 cylinder. The 6 cylinder H6 engine as it is referred to is a larger engine, not only in regards to power, but a …
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Subaru Conversion VW: In-House

Posted by Van Cafe on Mar 29th 2022

You can benefit from an in-house conversion for many reasons. If you do not have the time and space, mechanical ability, or simply want it done by professionals to ensure your conversion is done correctly and professionally, then we encourage you to speak with a Van Cafe representative to discuss your van. RMW is very familiar with their parts, and very aware of the little details pertaining to the conversion process. Our many years of combined e …
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VW Subaru Conversion Options

Mar 29th 2022

If you choose a 2.5 liter Subaru conversion, you receive a rebuilt short block which was acquired directly from Subaru. The cylinder heads that accompany this short block have been professionally reconditioned from a reputable machine shop. The heads were resurfaced within specification and the valves have either been replaced or lapped with the addition of new valve seals on both the intake and exhaust valves.If you purchased a 2.2 liter Su …
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Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank

Mar 29th 2022

Original Vanagon cooling components were nominal from the factory. Largely made of plastic, they often cracked within a few years of service--constant heat cycling took its toll. As the years went by and VW corporate support of the Vanagon waned, it became harder to find original factory parts and we Vanagon drivers were forced to use whatever inferior aftermarket parts we could find. This especially was true of the coolant expansion tank. Th …
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