When to replace valve cover and adjustment cover gaskets
Posted: Wed Jan 09, 2019 5:25 am
I've got leaks from mine which I partially remedied torqing down on them a bit beyond spec(probably not good) which helped a bit but not entirely. The gaskets aren't old at all but I've removed the covers a few times for hiding valves and other work so I'm wondering how quickly, or after how many removals, they lose their effectiveness. I have a fresh set of gaskets but before using them I just wanted to make sure the current ones definitely have worn out despite their young age and good appearance before using the new ones and that there couldn't be other issues. I can't really imagine something else (maybe my torque wrench is off?) is king on but just wanted to make sure. How often do you have to replace these gaskets(main head cover and side adjustment covers)? Thanks