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Subject:Re: engine noises
From:Vanagon Man
Date:Tue, 24 Jun 2003 02:52:33 -0400

the .006 "magic " number is from VW aircooled engines.......basically what a
WBX is is a type 1 with a water jacket on it.

the .006 is a proven valve lash number to allow for expansion at engine
temps to approach 0 lash.............this is what he has in mind to pump up
the lifters.  It works.

Adam P
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