radish150 wrote:

> ubject: push rods
>
> Hi,
>
> I have a report of oil leaks from the Driver's Side Push rod tubes on
> a bus I am looking at, is this a big deal?
>
> I get the impression the VW aircooled is very easy to fix.
>
> I already have a 1995 VW Jetta TD.
>
> Alan
>
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>
> Fixing the pushrods should be easy with an expandable tube. Having said that, it's my personal opinion that the type 4 air cooled
> engines are a nighmare in all respects.
>
> mark...

If by type 4 you mean the same type of engine used in the 411 and 412 model cars, if I recall correctly, the pushrod tubes slide
right in thru the head without any expandable tubes needed.  Might have to get the rockers out of the way.

Larry A.