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valve cover gaskets - 9/2/2005 9:28:31 PM

keninn

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99 s. having done spark plugs on both cars, i also need to change out the valve cover gaskets. can i do this without removing the intake manifolds? looks like a lot of stuff has to come off to get at them

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RE: valve cover gaskets - 9/2/2005 11:17:42 PM

babyhuey

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Looks like you have 2 2.3l millenia s's?? The valve covers on the S are a bear to do. Everything you see on top needs to come off in order to get to them. While you have them off would be a very very good idea to check the valve adjustment. The s has adjustable valve clearance that is changed with different thickness shims available from dealer and maybe aftermarket. Valve adjust on an S model runs around 6-8 hours labor with experience so be prepared for a weekend project for each at least.

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