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01-30-2008, 12:12 AM
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Replacing valve covers, leaking oil
So i bought a 2000 740i sport back in july...amazing car for how big it is, but i had a mechanic take a quick look at it and my valve covers are very slowly leaking oil. i guess its a known issue? ive heard things about having to replace the entire valve cover or just the gasket. what shall i do? i found a full walkthrough on e38.org, but im still not sure if i should do gasket or the entire cover. doesnt seem like too much work. probably get it done in one 8 hour day. i also have to do the belt for the motor...is that a tough one? or just a tensioner shoved down under the motor. ive done belts and valve gaskets before on a datsun, isuzu and a 72' 2002 bimmer, but not on an M62 V8 with no room whatsoever... any thoughts? its gunna be the first big project for me. can't wait!  |
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01-30-2008, 12:32 AM
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samson! Heh.
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01-30-2008, 12:45 AM
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yeah
can't wait for those garage hours. bahhh. costco should sell time...in bulk. wtf. 
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02-07-2009, 12:14 PM
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Hello
I'm new to this community and have a few questions. I'm hoping I'll find some answers from you. I have a 98 740il and I need to change the valve covers gaskets. I've never done this before and I'm wondering if it's an easy job or if any of you have any tips for me. |
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