Hello, this is probably a stupid question....
I also feel like I already know the answer...

I have a lead on a 1.8 type 4 that I want for a very specific project, but it was in the back of a van that burnt out.

I'm after heads and Ps&Cs.... The heads will be ruined right? Maybe it will be worth buying for mock up parts...

Any advice on the effects of fire on an aircooled motor would be most graciously received.

My guess is it all depends how bad the fire was and how the fire was extinguished.

Do you have any pictures of the carnage?

And also what was used to extinguish it. Many of the dry-chem extinguisher chemicals will eat aluminum and magnesium alloys.

--DD

I think I shall steer well clear of this then and try to source the parts I need elsewhere.

thanks guys.