While in the process of shopping around town for a hydraulic lifter,
pushrod tube, seals, and valve cover gaskets for my '87, I asked about
the collapsible tube vs. the non-collapsible. *Everyone* said not to use
the collapsible, as they leak profusely. I asked if the non-collapsible
tube will go in with the head in place, and everyone said "yes". I just
*knew* I would mangle the existing tube, and surely enough, I did.

Searching the archives, however, I was really discouraged, especially in
light of how difficult it was to get the old one out. Is it humanly
possible to install a non-collapsible? Bentley says yes but offers no
further suggestion. And of course, common sense dictates that I clean
everything spotless before I start putting everything back together.

As always, any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Sam