do's the push rod tubes need to be replaced on a 1987 VW Vanagon?
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The seals should be enough as long as the ends of the tubes aren't bent. Never messed with a Vanagon, but learned with earlier VW's that I should always buy the brand name seals (or "O" rings on earlier models) so the engine heat doesn't rot them out and cause oil leaks
Christopher answered 9 years ago
The pushrod tubes don't require replacement unless they're corroded or damaged. They should, however, be stretched out so that a good seal is achieved. When I am replacing the waterboxer headgaskets, I use sealant around the pushrod tube seals to assure against oil leakage.
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