I'd replace 'em if I were you, VW probably put them there for a reason... 
Michael
'76 Campmobile

On Wed, 26 Jul 1995 30SKUCERA@sophia.sph.unc.edu wrote:

> Hey volks,
> The two engine tins that fit directly under each cylinder head are
> missing on my '77 Camper (the omnibus). Would it be worth scrounging
> around for replacements, how much of a cooling effect is the engine missing?
> 
> Scott, North Carolina
>