Valve Cover 352 Engine
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There reason FE valve covers leak is ppl overtighten them. That causes the area around the bolt holes to flare outwards.
Remove the valve covers, lay them on a flat surface, you will see the covers resting on 5 little pedestals.
With a body hammer and wood, you can repair flares in the covers, but it's time consuming.
Both new steel or aluminum valve covers will not leak...that is...until they are over tightened.
Remove the valve covers, lay them on a flat surface, you will see the covers resting on 5 little pedestals.
With a body hammer and wood, you can repair flares in the covers, but it's time consuming.
Both new steel or aluminum valve covers will not leak...that is...until they are over tightened.
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