Would leaking Valve cover gaskets cause a vacuum leak situation?
07-30-2003, 07:52 PM
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Re: Would leaking Valve cover gaskets cause a vacuum leak situation? (montie98)
Depends on how much oil is leaking
[Modified by 1MoorTym, 7:53 PM 7/30/2003]
[Modified by 1MoorTym, 7:53 PM 7/30/2003]
07-30-2003, 08:09 PM
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Re: Would leaking Valve cover gaskets cause a vacuum leak situation? (montie98)
My 85s need to be replaced. Should this be a top priority?
Generally you will get oil leaks way before you get a vacuum leak, if you ever get a vacuum leak IMHO
Try tightening the cover bolts, gently! I have to do this every now and then since they do work loose.
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07-31-2003, 09:33 AM
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Re: Would leaking Valve cover gaskets cause a vacuum leak situation? (jackdaroofer)
Assuming your pcv supply line (passenger side) isn't clogged, no.
If anything, you have too much crankcase pressure, and that's contributing to your valve cover leaks. :lurk:
If anything, you have too much crankcase pressure, and that's contributing to your valve cover leaks. :lurk:
07-31-2003, 01:55 PM
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Re: Would leaking Valve cover gaskets cause a vacuum leak situation? (montie98)
They did in my case. I had both a leaking timing cover seal and the dreaded intake gasket. Code 32. Rather large leaks in both cases. Fixed both and no SES light since! :thumbs:
