VW Beetle & Kombi Valve Adjustment | VWCF

Here is a video showing the process for how I check and set my valves clearances (also known as setting the tappets). I use a stock setting of .006" or .15mm. Please note this is for stock aircooled VW engines, and does not include Type 4 engines with hydraulic valves.

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[jimihendrix]

Here's a time saver for everybody. Remove BOTH valve covers. Once cylinder #1 is at TDC, adjust both the intake and exhaust valves, then proceed to adjust the INTAKE on #2 cylinder, and then adjust the EXHAUST on #4 cylinder. Now, turn the engine pulley a complete rotation, lining up the TDC mark on the pulley again on the engine case split. Check that the rotor is now pointing at cylinder #3, then adjust both #3 valves, then adjust the INTAKE on #4, and then adjust the EXHAUST on #2. You are welcome. Be sure to adjust the valves to the gap that is recommended according to the specific engine you have. Not every engine uses the same gaps used in this video.

[peterallely]

Great use of feeler gauges, love the content, still not a bot.

[mish]

Im new to vws and found this really simple and clear the easiest to follow. Awesome 👌

[michaelwierenga]

Going to do my '73 bus today, so thanks for that, nice and clear.

[raymondmoreno]

Thank you sir for great video helpful 👍

[wtjonny]

Does it matter what way you spin the crank as long as you land centered up with the correct cylinder?

[MarcCasenhiser]

I’m new at this but .. are there cracks around both bosses in the head on both sides where the rocker shafts are bolted? I suppose these could be casting marks but they look peculiar.

[jimle]

That reminds me I need to do mine soon. 🥂🍾

[bradbell]

Thankyou. Very helpful. What is the reason for turning counterclockwise? I thought my kombi was clockwise T2(Type 4). 🤔

[hedigardicardoso]

BOA NOITE AMIGO POSSO REGULAR AS VÁLVULAS SÓ NA ESPESSURA DO ÓLEO GIRANDO A VARETA DE LUBRICACIÓN. AGUARDO UM RETORNO AMIGO ME ENVIE O SITE ONDE VOCÊ COMPRA PEÇAS SOU AQUI DO BRASIL.

[smokepeddler]

.006 = noisy valve train.
This is how dinosaurs do it.
.002. Cold, or zero when hot.