Pushrod Tube Seal Set, Silicone, 16 Pieces

OVERVIEW

Every air-cooled VW enthusiast knows the struggle of the dreaded oil drip beneath the engine case. Traditional black rubber pushrod tube seals have a tendency to harden, crack, and lose their elasticity over time due to the extreme heat cycles inherent in an air-cooled flat-four. When those seals fail, oil migrates from the case or the cylinder head, creating a mess and potentially leading to low oil levels. This EMPI 16-piece silicone seal set is the definitive solution for builders and weekend mechanics who want a set it and forget it seal. Silicone offers superior thermal stability and remains pliable far longer than standard nitrile or rubber compounds, ensuring that your pushrod tubes stay bone-dry even under the high-performance demands of a bored-out stroker engine or a heavy-duty daily driver. Don''t let a simple seal failure ruin your engine''s cooling efficiency or your garage floor.

This comprehensive kit includes 16 individual seals, which is exactly what you need to fully outfit one dual-port or single-port engine. By replacing all the seals at once during a top-end refresh or a tube replacement, you eliminate the weakest links in your engine''s oil containment system. These seals are designed to provide a tight, interference fit between the pushrod tube and the engine case on one side, and the tube and the cylinder head on the other. Whether you are running stock pushrod tubes or heavy-duty spring-loaded versions, these silicone seals provide the necessary compression to handle the expansion and contraction of the engine components as they reach operating temperature. It''s the professional choice for anyone tired of the constant maintenance required by inferior rubber components.

FITMENT

• Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle / Bug: 1946 through 1979
• Volkswagen Type 1 Karmann Ghia: 1956 through 1974
• Volkswagen Type 2 Bus / Transporter: 1950 through 1971 (1200cc, 1500cc, 1600cc)
• Volkswagen Type 3 Squareback, Fastback, Notchback: 1962 through 1973
• Volkswagen Type 181 Thing: 1973 through 1974
• Engine Compatibility: 1200cc, 1300cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc based air-cooled upright engines.

SPECS

• Material: High-temperature industrial-grade silicone.
• Quantity: 16 pieces (Full set for 8 pushrod tubes).
• Application: Seals the connection points between pushrod tubes, engine case, and cylinder heads.
• Thermal Rating: Engineered to withstand extreme air-cooled operating temperatures without hardening.
• Color: High-visibility orange/red for easy inspection.
• Compatibility: Designed for use with stock-style and most aftermarket spring-loaded pushrod tubes.
• Part Number: 113-109-345AS / 00-9153-0.

PRO TIPS

1. Prioritize Mating Surface Cleanliness

Cleaning the mating surfaces on the engine case and