oil leak at valve cover

[987qqq]

Oil leaks where the valve cover meets the cylinder head on my 1994 Tercel. I replaced the gasket, and it didn't make any difference so I tightened the valve cover nuts and that didn't make any difference either. Should I replace the valve cover? Where is a good place on the net to purchase a valve cover. I've searched and haven't found a seller that supplies the valve cover. What's the likelihood that the valve cover is bent or warped? I read that import valve covers are pretty strong. Thanks.

[97cavalier]

Originally Posted by 987qqq

Oil leaks where the valve cover meets the cylinder head on my 1994 Tercel. I replaced the gasket, and it didn't make any difference so I tightened the valve cover nuts and that didn't make any difference either. Should I replace the valve cover? Where is a good place on the net to purchase a valve cover. I've searched and haven't found a seller that supplies the valve cover. What's the likelihood that the valve cover is bent or warped? I read that import valve covers are pretty strong. Thanks.

Did you clean the surface good befor you put the gasket on? If so and it is still leaking, then there is a adapter that makes up some room on where the valve cover and head meet. It is a copper or metal peace that fits on there is it like .006 mm or something and it takes up some room. So then you should get a tight seal. I had to do it on my cavalier and they sold it for that so they should have it for yours. You should be able to find them at any auto parts store.

[gator2764]

Originally Posted by 987qqq

Oil leaks where the valve cover meets the cylinder head on my 1994 Tercel. I replaced the gasket, and it didn't make any difference so I tightened the valve cover nuts and that didn't make any difference either. Should I replace the valve cover? Where is a good place on the net to purchase a valve cover. I've searched and haven't found a seller that supplies the valve cover. What's the likelihood that the valve cover is bent or warped? I read that import valve covers are pretty strong. Thanks.

Make sure and use a good brand gasket. I have had good luck with the Felpro gaskets(black rubber) after having the same problem when using other types. Torque the two nut down to spec, do not over tighten or the damn thing will leak.