This is a sign of  Vanagon abuse.   You have neglected to keep the oil
safe.  IF you don't change your oil,  with a good quality product, and
check it regularly we will have you arrested.

Burdett, Jean-Pierre wrote:

>Gang
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>Every time I start my air-cooled engine up (cold) my bus has a loud
>clackety sounds for about 5-10 seconds (as if something is sticking like
>lifters or valves?) - then the sound disappears and she idles quietly..
>is this a sign of something needing attention?
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>Thanks
>JP
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>82 Westy
>OIttawa Canada
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