2.0 Engine Rebuild Advice Options

[VWTortuga336]

I'm working on stripping down my 2.0L out of my '74. I've done a top end rebuild on my '71 Type 1 engine, but am new to Type IVs and bottom end rebuilds. So, I'm looking for some advice.

So far, from what I can tell the heads on my engine look like they are still in good, re-usable condition, but the engine is seized and the cylinders are badly rusted to the pistons. At this point, would I be better off just using the BFH method to destroy the 94mm cylinders that installed now and go with 96mm's, or is there any hope in saving these? (I'm thinking there isn't) Also, there was water in the case, so what does that typically mean for internal component replacements - cam, crank, bearings, etc? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Just in the planning phase now and trying to collect as much info as possible.

[Bulldog9]

I kept my original P&C's, & have them in a box. Chose to order new from European Motor Works. Lots of opinions, and the most common is to have originals bored to 96MM. Conventional wisdom says they are of a higher quality Iron. I have no experience or reason other than new felt right, and my source was highly recommended as having high quality stuff. Plus a quality clean, bore and hone was PRICEY........ Just diddnt seem worth it.

No decision if I will sell the originals yet, they are in great shape.