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Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 16:23
by Daisy murtle
vw autohome 2ltr air cooled T25 1981
can anybody explain the procedure of replacing our bush rod tubes ? our mechanic would love some help with the technical details. Daisy murtle is our first van & we are loving the learning curve !
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 16:46
by kevtherev
for replacement telescopic tubes.
remove tappet ass.
remove pushrods
remove tubes.
remember you will need new seals for the tubes
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 17:08
by R0B
oh.and they are called push rod tubes...
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 19:12
by gsmoke
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Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 19:18
by Ian Hulley
And you're allowing this 'mechanic' to touch your van !
Ian.
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 19:20
by quagmire
i love the idea of a BUSH ROD TUBE! think i already have one near my BESTICLES!
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 22:27
by jason k
telescopics not needed on ac engines as the tube withdraws thru the head.
remove the rocker gear noting how the wire clip is installed. remove the pushrods (keep em in order)
pull the tubes out (may need a twist)
renew seals and refit
put the rest back in .
Re: Bush rod tubes
Posted: 18 Feb 2009, 22:28
by jason k
oh and seals are two different sizes. one big one small and they cost pence from gsf
