2002 Mitsubishi Galant Removed Valve Cover Replace Leaking Gasket On Galant

2002 MITSUBISHI GALANT
121,000 MILES
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I removed the valve cover to replace a leaking valve cover gasket on a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. The Gasket is stuck on the cover and I can only take it out in pieces. There are still small pieces stuck on the cover. I tried to scrape it off gently but ended up scratching the cover. How can I remove the remaining pieces? is their any chemical that helps? Do I need to replace the cover? Thanks
Jan 16, 2013 at 7:02 PM
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Use a wire brush on it or a gasket scraper-push come to shove use Acetone
Jan 17, 2013 at 4:44 AM
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