Rocker cover gasket

[maylia1]

just got one this morning as mine is leaking is there anything i need to put on it to help seal it or does it just need a good cleaning before i put it on???
Rep given:y:

[AMO247]

good clean thats all

[maylia1]

cheers mate rep given

[immense]

Nah, just make sure it's firmly in place when fitting.

It'd be easier to attach the cover to the gasket then place on the car as a whole btw.

Then for a couple of days after fitting just keep an eye out for any leaks.

[Prickle]

you may need a new rocker cover gasket

[Predator_R32]

new rocker rubber gasket isnt very expensive, just give i a clean with a dry cloth then torque the two nuts up

ill get the torque setting if needs be??

[WelshyUK]

new rocker rubber gasket isnt very expensive, just give i a clean with a dry cloth then torque the two nuts up

ill get the torque setting if needs be??

You won't need to torque it up, just go by sight and feel and be sure not to over tighten the rocker bolts, remember to start it up and get it warm then look around for any signs of leaks once fitted!

[maylia1]

i have got the gasket already. So i won't need to torque it or will i???

[WelshyUK]

All you need to do is fit the gasket to the rocker and bolt it back on!

[brosnan]

just make sure it beds properly or it will just get worse, watch that the head dont lift as it will loosen the taps etc.

[Predator_R32]

they do have a torque setting if you have a torque wrench then its best to use it tbh

i dont usually torque them up just hand tight usually, good practice to do it though

[Prickle]

perfectionist lol

[Predator_R32]

oooo yes i am, but do it right then it wont bite you on the ass when it goes wrong

[Prickle]

i like things done correctly,as you said it will only bite you in the ass