VW Vanagon Westfalia with Ford Ztec Engine

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And now for something completely different: VW Vanagon Westfalia with Ford Ztec Engine

"...Most replacement engines for the Vanagon are from Subaru because their four-flat architecture is the closest to the Vanagon’s original engine...This 1983 Volkswagen Vanagon is different and wants to steal your heart with a 2.0-liter Ford Zetec engine...it runs wonderfully, loves being revved, and provides plenty of oomph for the old Vanagon. Despite being an inline-four engine, the ground clearance is not affected much, offering 7 inches (18 cm) between the oil pan and the ground..."

Full article: bit.ly/3Tb0ouY

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Bostig - Vanagon Conversion System

Yes, it's a thing which is popping up a bit more these days, Zetec engines from Ford Focus cars being custom fitted to Volkswagen Vanagons . Given that there are a lot of powerful and reliable Ford Zetec engines around it seems like a good alternative to the Subaru mod. I think the Zetec engine is a lot less complicated, Russ will know more. This Bostig company video explains their story:

And that's not all, they have announced a Honda conversion as well:

Below, a couple of videos from a Bostig DIY install: