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<x-charset iso-8859-1>Hi all: Thanks Jim for the info regarding my GEX motor. I have decided to go ahead with building a short block and reusing my cylinders/pistons, heads, carbs, .009 distributor, fuel pump, etc. I already have a Bentley manual and ordered the "HOw to Hot Rod VW Engines" book you recommended from Half.com (for only $9.50!). When it arrives I will get with the machine shop and we'll figure out how to hook up a remote spin-on oil filter. My case is a slightly used, but UNCUT new universal case with the 8mm studs. It is at the machine shop now being align bored. I was thinking of going with the following parts. I have also listed the vendors I will probably use as well and prices. 69mm counterweighted crank $119.95 (Chirco) reman'ed connecting rods $59.95 (Chirco) original cam (if in good condition) new cam, rod, and main bearings (approx. $90 total - haven't decided on vendor - maybe Sealed Power through Advance Auto Parts) valve lifters (set for $59.95 - Chirco) Melling oil pump ($44 to $68 - Chirco - not sure if I have flat or dished cam) I might go with a high volume Sealed Power oil pump from Advance Auto (where I work) for $45. Remember that my goal is a very reliable stock motor. How does this set up sound? Also, should I or should I not reuse my push rods? Should I reuse my cam gear and distributor gear? Should I change to ball-style swivel valve adjusters? Should I go with a new flywheel and gland nut? (My old flywheel and gland nut seem fine now...). Should I go with double thrust cam bearings or are single thrust fine? Should I reuse my connecting rods or get reman'ed ones? Should I also get a deep oil sump? Is there any need for a crankcase breather box? Is there anything I am forgetting? And finally.... anyone got a complete Type 3 thermostat set up they want to sell? :-) Thanks for the help! -Justin Earl Cartersville, GA '69 Squareback '00 New Beetle ------------------------------------------------------------------- List info at http://www.vwtype3.org/list or mailto:help@vwtype3.org </x-charset>