>
> I checked the lifters and the valves had zero clearance at TDC and
> stone
> cold.  However, I was still able to spin the pushrods so they weren't
> super tight.  I backed them out to about 0.006 and this made a BIG
> improvement.

Ok, I must for forgiveness in advance here, but I was generally under
the impression that the lifters in a Vanagon were hydraulic, and self
adjusting.  So I am puzzled as to the nature of this repair.  I
mostly ask because I have an '80 Westy, and if there is something
else I need to be watching out for, I want know now, rather than when
something breaks.

Thanks for the info.

David.
- Slowly rebuilding '80 Westy Blue Midget