Re: [T3] What did people do? (somewhat long)

["The Rossos" <CROSSO@peoplepc.com>]

> Thats because he HAD NO IDEA what he was doing.  They were an engine that
> needed a qualified mechanic to set up but once there they would go many
> miles without problems.  Even in 1970 Chrylser couldnt sell a new car that
> needed noodeling every 500 miles.

That may be so.

> The aircooled VW will seize solid in 8-10Kmiles without an oil change,
> UNLESS it leaks like a seive.
Maybe it did leak.

> Without adjustment they would have burned a
> valve by 50K and Swallowed one by 80K.
My dad had this happen (valve into a piston) to him twice before he learned
his lesson.  All I know is that my dad took care of his VW's very well
(except valve adjustment - I guess he just didn't know about it) and my
grandfather did nothing and never had a problem.  I guess it is just dumb
luck - like my sister driving 200 miles with the oil light on with no
problem.  If I would ever try to do this, I wouldn't get out of my driveway.

Dave Rosso
Pittsburgh, PA
'69 Fastback
'73 Super Beetle


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