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1956cc Air-Cooled VW Engine: Long Block

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Jul 25, 2025
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It's time to finish the long block on the 1956cc Air-Cooled VW engine build! We cover everything from how we cut the custom pushrods to torquing the cylinder heads and properly shimming the rocker arms to achieve perfect valve geometry. 👍 Like, Subscribe, Comment, Hype and Share! 🔔 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4-JCV35XpyXiXR6z3Fp_jg?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐Full VW Baja Bug Playlist- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdRcYBNSEhSsZ6pXFKvutoxLhmVzHXLk9&si=u-FyPJXw1uuRJ7um 🔗Products and tools used. ⚡Check out the VW Parts Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/vwbajabug54 @VWBaja is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn by advertising and linking to Amazon.com VW Baja Bug Garage- @VWBaja YouTube channel is a home garage VW enthusiast. Proceed with Your projects at Your own risk. Safety First! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro & Engine Build History 1:11 - Failed attempt: Cutting custom pushrods with a Dremel 3:00 - The successful method for cutting pushrods 4:30 - Installing the all important engine "Cool Tins" 6:58 - Setting the pushrod tube seals and pulling the heads down 7:45 - The VW Head Torque Sequence (2 Rounds) 8:44 - Preparing Rocker Arms & Shims 9:47 - Solving the Rocker Arm Spacing/Shimming Problem 12:40 - Final Rocker Arm Assembly & Valve Geometry Check 13:53 - 1956cc Long Block Specs Reveal #enginebuild #AirCooledVW #vwbeetle #vwbaja

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