Sam and Nate get to work installing new push rod tubes and seals, then drop the heads, rocker assemblies and valve covers in place to complete this longblock rebuild.


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Sam and Nate get to work installing new push rod tubes and seals, then drop the heads, rocker assemblies and valve covers in place to complete this longblock rebuild.
Nathan and Sam spend a few evenings turning the long block they just finished reassembling into a turn key engine. Follow along as they get it ready to run.
Sam and Nate get the distributor and carburetor adjusted and the engine running properly on this 1972 Baja Bug
Sam and Nate get to work rebuilding the original engine that came with this 1972 Beetle. The end result is a successful short block, made with a mix of new and original parts.
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