Lifter replacement scheduled for this weekend

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Lifter replacement scheduled for this weekend

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So I've been sitting on a set of lifter for the crabby cabby for about 6 months. Maybe I should get to them huh?

So if all goes well, Cristine will be basnished to one of the rocco's or the Jetta for the weekend. Ok everyone say it will me, AAAAAHHHHHHHWWWWW!!!.

I will be dutiful as always and take pics as maybe it will help someone out in the end that needs to do the same thing.
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Well, William, I have to repair a heater selector, and fix a wonky gauge I thought that I had it ruff.
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I thought I was going to have to do that, but my noisy lifter has been gradually quieting down. I think the previous owner skimped on oil changes.
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Post by Calimus »

Heh, I also have vac leaks from the heater selector/vac distributor on the cabby and her rocco. I had a spare, but it leaks as well. Anyone know of a good way to fix them. I was thinking maybe some vassiline on the outer edge might help it seal, but how long would that really last?

But yea, lifters might suck a bit. I'm almost tempted not to do them as the car has been running so well lately. I'd hate to screw that up.

No chance your looking a challenge are ya there Brian. See how fast two computer dorks can change a set of lifters? I'll actually be our your way tomorrow. I have to stop by and see a buddy of mine on Pleasent Hill.
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Post by Briano1234 »

William......

Come on by, as I have the heater control assembly out of my car and the Vac selector is good. If you want it come on by.....

I should be home and probably on the roof tomorrow.

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Is there anything I might be able to bring ya? LMK You have a PM.
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