A valve cover gasket is a seal that sits between the engine's valve cover and the cylinder head. The valve cover gasket seals the opening around the valves so that oil does not leak out. The valve cover gasket can fail over time due to heat and age. When this happens, oil can start to leak out. You will need to replace the valve cover gasket if this happens. To replace the valve cover gasket, you will need to remove the valve cover. This will require draining some of the oil from the engine. Once the valve cover
Most valve cover gaskets will come with a sealant already applied to one side. If not, it's generally recommended to apply a thin layer of sealant to both sides of the gasket. This will help to create a tighter seal and prevent any oil leaks.
It is not necessary to put gasket sealer on both sides of the gasket.
If you are using an RTV sealant on your valve cover gaskets, you only need to apply it to one side. Applying it to both sides is not necessary and can actually cause problems. The sealant can prevent the gasket from seating properly and cause leaks.
5/5
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
Quality you can trust
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
Application specific design
Validated for fit, form, and function
$234
My original valve cover gasket on my 2001 Toyota RAV-4 was ruined after 358,000 miles. It has an odd tendency to leak at random. It would occasionally be completely sealed up for thousands of miles, and other times it would leak out all of my oil in just a few hundred. When I removed the valve cover, the old gasket crumbled like feta cheese.Not only did this Fel-Pro gasket fit perfectly, it also arrived in a cheerful blue shade rather of the more sensible black. It feels easy to seal things up because the rubber is smooth and pliable. I took a chance by assembling the engine without utilizing RTV, much like a hot fart. It appears to have sealed up well so far.
4.8/5
Problem-solving gaskets featuring advanced sealing technologies designed specifically for the repair environment
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the aftermarket repair environment
Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Solves leakage problems caused by high heat from exhaust manifold
$234
Look no farther if you're seeking for a small-block Ford gasket that won't leak. I have an SBF with Ford Racing Aluminum valve covers and AFR Aluminum heads. I used some Earl's valve cover gaskets and these valve covers when I went to these heads (from E7TE iron heads). Although quite similar in design, the Earl's gaskets weren't the same. Each side of them featured a rubber seal and a steel core. They featured bigger shims at each bolt hole, just like these FP gaskets, so you could tighten the cover bolts without overcompressing the gasket.The Earl's gaskets had a leak shortly after installation, which was a concern. I spent a lot of time trying to figure out why they were leaking and was about to switch covers when I discovered the issue. The rubber seal had come away from the steel core of one of the gaskets. The rubber should have been sealed to the steel core by the force of the cover's bolts, but that was not the case.I immediately noticed that the FelPro gasket is stronger than the Earl's gasket I was replacing after receiving and inspecting it. Where the FP was significantly wider, the Earl's had a thin rubber seal on either side. The steel core and the rubber seal are roughly the same width. This increases the sealing rubber's strength as well as its surface area for bonding to the core and sealing to the head.I'm sure the Earl's gasket would have functioned well if it hadn't delaminated (only one head leaked, the other had no problems.) But the FP gasket is actually less expensive and better manufactured. Any way you slice it, it's a win-win situation.These kind of gaskets have the huge benefit of not requiring any sealant, and it is even advised against using any. This facilitates both installation and, if necessary, disassembly (I have solid lifters so I must pull the covers to adjust the valves.) Just make sure your surfaces are level and spotless before placing them.There are two sides to the FP gasket: a "head" side and a "cover" side. This is very important to remember. If you're not looking for it, you won't see it. Be careful while using these SBF VC gaskets because they can typically be put in any direction.
4.7/5
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
Application specific design
Quality you can trust
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
Validated for fit, form, and function
$234
My 2004 Mazda6 4-cylinder's engine light is on, and the vehicle shakes and sputters while idling and accelerating. Get a tune-up according to Autozone diagnosis (spark plugs and ignition coils). I discover some oil in the spark plug holes 2 and 3 while changing the spark plug. The oil leak appears to be coming from the worn-out valve cover gasket. To replace the old valve cover gasket, spark plugs, and ignition coils, I purchased this Felpro gasket. The engine light has been out for two days, and there hasn't been any further oil leak as of yet.Due to a problem with the outer gasket installation, I only gave four stars (blue color). The exterior gasket is a touch slack in comparison to the three tiny internal gaskets (which are black in color). When the valve cover was being adjusted, the outside gasket frequently slid out of its groove and dangled because it was not a tight fit. Finally, it is secured in its groove using four miniature bungee cords. After that, reinstalling the valve cover is simple; the bungee cords are carefully removed, the bolts are torqued to 6 ft-lbs, and everything functions well.
4.7/5
Replaces: 20 041 04-S
Genuine OEM Replacement Part
Designed for use with lawn mowers/tractors.
This gasket provides a seal for the valve cover.
$234
immediately delivered in protective packaging (not bent or crushed or twisted). I don't anticipate it to be any more durable than the original because it is made of a composite "cork" substance. I haven't yet installed it (I constructed my own a few weeks ago, and it works just fine; I'll install this one when mine wears out). Advice: Make sure to thoroughly clean both mating surfaces when changing a gasket like this. Avoid leaving any "build-ups" or old gaskets on the metal. Then, as a final precaution, cover each GASKET surface with a high-quality spray copper adhesive/sealant (do not attempt to spray onto the metal; see item ASIN: B000HBNUDQ on Amazon). Install your gasket after allowing it to become "tacky" (the copper sealant will get on your fingers; handle the gasket carefully to avoid wiping any sealant off with your fingertips). I hope that helps, though!
4.6/5
Application specific design
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
Validated for fit, form, and function
Quality you can trust
$234
I put this valve cover gasket on my 2006 Honda Accord 4 cylinder yesterday. The valve cover gasket was included in the Fel-Pro package. The kit does not include the original 10mm acorn nuts, but that is not a problem because the originals functioned without any issues. Instead, you must use the new 6 gaskets for the valve cover itself and the chrome caps. If you're in the market for a replacement valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals, this set is excellent value for the money and deserving of your attention.
4.6/5
Quality you can trust
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
Validated for fit, form, and function
Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
$234
This is widely regarded as one of the best valve cover gasket kits for the Jeep 4.0L engine that money can buy. The kit includes the tiny plastic spacer grommets. VERY helpful, for sure. The gasket fits well and is of very good quality. Read several articles about this position online and watch some YouTube videos. It is simple, but there are few things you MUST understand before you go lest you damage something. So get this, conduct research, and start working. I need to spend two hours on this. For a mechanic friend of mine, one hour.When someone additionally needs to replace the oil pan gasket or the rear main seal, I typically advise doing this. They should carry out all three simultaneously, in my opinion. If your exhaust is seriously rusted in place, it will take up most of your weekend. To get it off, you will need to cut and remove the pre-cat bolts. Find the originals' part numbers and purchase a full set of replacements because you will probably need to destroy the old ones in order to remove the exhaust. You can now remove the oil pan and RMS once it has been turned off. In contrast, installing the valve cover gasket is a breeze. After that, your 4.0L engine will be overjoyed.Good fortune. Use Fel-Pro products. It is quite good.
4.5/5
Validated for fit, form, and function
Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
Engineered for sealing repair environment
Application-specific design ensures a perfect fit and premium seal
$234
When you offer two valve cover gaskets, why do you only offer one secondary air injection gasket?There are two valve covers and two secondary air injection lines on the 1999 Pontiac Trans Am LS1. One gasket is provided for each of the two lines, but your kit only contains one.
4.5/5
Application specific design
Quality you can trust
Validated for fit, form, and function
Gasket color may vary, item is identical in function and performance
Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
$234
Simply put, this gasket is the greatest. As you are aware, installing a 3.8 Town/Country on the back of the engine is difficult because to the limited space and vision, even with the wiper bay removed. But you can't tighten this set too much. A metal spacer in the rubber grommets prevents you from overtightening (within reason) and shattering the plastic valve covers. To fit into the small places without taking off the intake plenum, I utilized a 1/4" six-sided socket with a wobbling extender. A quart of leakage every 1,000 miles was stopped, making the trouble worthwhile. NOTE: I attempted to accomplish this in the past but gave up since I could not remove the wiper arms. Most pullers have a pointed end and wander away from the stud's tip as you tighten them. It finally occurred to me that all that was necessary to remove it was to center a little bolt on the top of the stud. Duh! Nine bolts and a few connectors later, you can easily reach the engine's back by lifting the entire wiper tray off.
4.3/5
Replaces OE Part #: 13264JA00A, 13270JA00A
Please check your car information before purchase.
Fitment: for 2007-13 Nissan Altima L4 2.5L; 2007-12 Nissan Sentra L4 2.5L
Package Includes: Valve Cover + Gasket
Please contact us if you have any problem; Instruction is not included. Professional installation is recommended
$234
Due to a failing seal around the spark plug tube, I had two fouled spark plugs. The MostPlus Valve cover replacement was the quickest and most affordable solution to this problem. There are several excellent YT videos that might help you with the replacement. My Altima is now leak-free and operating like a champ. I replaced a lot of items on the altima, including this valve cover. I can vouch for the fact that this cover's quality and fit were excellent. I'll wrap up on a noteworthy note. The bolts used to hold the valve cover in place were EXTREMELY simple to cross thread. When hand screwing the bolts in, be sure to maintain them precisely vertical. If they become cross threaded, you will notice that the bolt is angled very slightly (rather than at a 90° angle) and that it will probably break off when you try to tighten it down. The valve cover will not be properly tightened down if any of the bolts are cross threaded, and you will have significant oil leakage. If this is your first time performing a task like this, proceed slowly and pay close attention.
4.2/5
Eliminates need to install new valve cover by replacing RTV silicone bead
Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Problem-solving gaskets featuring advanced sealing technologies designed specifically for the repair environment
Designed for the aftermarket repair environment
Application-specific design
$234
I'm glad I chose this gasket over the less expensive models that require unrolling. It was as simple as setting this in place and putting everything back together once I got the valve cover off and cleaned. The original gasket looks like a joke when compared to this replacement gasket. Just by looking at them, it is clear why conventional car gaskets eventually fail. Gaskets of this kind would be required on all cars in an ideal world. Since getting a replacement, which has been a few months ago, I have not experienced any leaks at all. The gasket is still clean and blue, and considering how well made it is, I doubt I will ever need to replace it again. This gasket, at this stage in its life, will undoubtedly outlive my Jeep by a significant margin.
On average, it takes a mechanic about an hour to replace a valve cover gasket. This can vary depending on the make and model of the car, as well as the experience of the mechanic.
A valve cover gasket should be changed every 30,000 miles or as needed.
There is no definitive answer when it comes to whether a thicker or thinner head gasket is better. It ultimately comes down to what is best for your specific engine and application. Thicker head gaskets can provide a higher level of sealing and durability, but they may also be more difficult to install and may require special tools. Thinner head gaskets may be easier to install, but may not provide the same level of sealing and durability. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide which option is best for your engine and application.
Valve cover gaskets are a common source of oil leaks. If your vehicle is leaking oil and you suspect the valve cover gasket is the culprit, it's worth replacing it. The gasket is relatively inexpensive and easy to replace. If left unchecked, an oil leak can cause engine damage.
RTV, or room temperature vulcanizing silicone, is a type of silicone rubber that cures at room temperature. It is generally used as an adhesive or sealant and is available in a variety of colors. RTV silicone is more expensive than traditional silicone and is not as durable, but it is easier to apply and does not require a primer.
Valve cover gaskets can be installed dry or with a small amount of sealant. If you choose to install the gasket with sealant, use a very small amount so that it doesn't squeeze out and make a mess.
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