JP4 still a good idea??

[NorfolkunGood]

My rocker cover is seriously losing oil through the faulty gasket.

Just want to know whether its worth the JP4 rocker cover upgrade so I can change the rubber gasket when necessary......

OR

Do I go for a sealant on the existing one and grind the lugs off? Would a dremel get them ground off ok?

Notice there is a smaller leak on failed gasket around the head. Can the JP4 be used in place of existing JP here as well?

[willsy]

Do not grind the lugs off yourself, you'll never get them flat and still won't guarantee a decent seal.
When I had mine I had them both professionally skimmed at a local engineering company, they did it whilst I waited and only charged £10. I doubt whether price would have gone up much. At least then it only needs the smallest smear of sealant to make a perfect seal

[welshpug]

no rockers on the 16v engine.

yes the JP4 covers are a good idea, replaceable seals and better breathing.

[NorfolkunGood]

Cheers Willsy & Welshpug for that. Guessed the cover would need a bit more precision on the lugs but you never know. I guess a wet gasket is my easiest option.

JP4 covers are a straight swap including bolts aren't they? Best to go new or maybe an odd used one on Fleabay?

[welshpug]

Better to go to a breakers, less scene tax.