Dreaded Valve Cover Oil Leak, Looking For Advice

Originally Posted by Gooch Also, check your spark plugs before you do this. If they are oily you should also replace the entire covers along with the gaskets, as the

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Dreaded Valve Cover Oil Leak, Looking For Advice

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Originally Posted by Gooch

Also, check your spark plugs before you do this. If they are oily you should also replace the entire covers along with the gaskets, as the spark plug seals are inherent with the whole valve cover assembly.

There are new valve covers you can buy for the VQ engine that have serviceable spark plug tube seals, which can be purchased separately

https://www.z1motorsports.com/cylind...iABEgKn1_D_BwE

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