2stroke
Explorer Addict
- Joined
- August 7, 2013
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- 1,169
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- Location
- 55302
- City, State
- Annandale, MN
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1993 Ford Explorer Sport
I just have a few quick questions about the valve covers. I recently tried to put some gaskets in mine, as they were leaking. The passenger side one was in pretty good condition, I painted it, and it doesn't leak a drop. The drivers side, however, was in bad shape. Rust had eaten through a good portion of the lip, and it had surface rust over most of it. I took a wire wheel to it, and painted it anyway. The problem is, it did not seal. If anything, it leaks worse now. The only good valve cover I found in a junk yard (a very nice vehicle I must say, and I have a few parts from it already) they want $25 for. That seems a little steep for an old steel cover, and that's pulling it myself. I was wondering if there is anywhere I can get them cheaper, although I doubt there is. Even if its a brand new one for slightly more. The next option is an ebay one for close to $70. I'm really surprised there is absolutely ZERO aftermarket for this engine. I could not find a single aluminum valve cover out there.
The other thing I want to know is if I can get the lower intake off without taking both valve covers off. I would rather not take the passenger side cover off, as it has a perfect seal right now.
The other thing I want to know is if I can get the lower intake off without taking both valve covers off. I would rather not take the passenger side cover off, as it has a perfect seal right now.