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VW Golf mk1 articles
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The stock A1 valve cover gasket is make of cork with a rubber half moon at one end, and a rubber strip at the camshaft sprocket. Since there are so many joints in the gasket, and since it is made from cork, it is almost assured that you'll have a leak from your valve cover. However, Volkswagen also makes an 8v gasket that is on-piece rubber and it will fit on your head as long as you use the later model longer studs. The easiest thing to do is buy Techtonics part number 198.163. This includes the gasket and all the studs you need, and goes for about $20. You'll be glad you did!
Another upgrade to your pre-1985 Volkswagen is the addition of the black plastic factory spash guard. This guard sits on top of the camshaft bearing studs, and prevents oil from being thrown onto the valve cover as the cam rotates. VW part number 026103547.
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