As the title says I'm going to be replacing these parts this weekend. I just have a couple of questions. First, should I use any type of silicone or gasket sealer for the valve cover gaskets? Second, I've developed a really annoying valve tick (or what sounds like a valve tick) and would like to know if there is any way I could check this since the covers will be off? Any input would be much appreciated. Also, I'm a new member and would like to say WOW!, this is a great forum!!! I look foward to learning from you all,

Thanks
BTW: It's a 99' Discovery 2, 106,000 mi.

 

Send me your number and I'll try and answer your questions.

 

Thank you for the quick response Mike. I'll send you a contact # when I get a chance, In the mean time if there is anyone else that would like to chime in please feel free! Thanks in advance,

Alex

 

could be an exhaust gasket.

 

Exhaust leaks will/can tick, need to crawl under and check for exhaust stains caused from leaks, from the manifold to the cats.

 

Ahhh, that's one thing that did not cross my mind. Thanks guys, I'll check into that as soon as I get a break here from work.

 

To answer your first question, you do not need any sealer or silicone for the valve covers, you just need the new rubber gaskets.


Oh, and Welcome!

 

I didnt put anything on mine except for blue loctite on the valve cover bolts...