valve cover gaskets

1998 JAGUAR XJ8
113,087 MILES
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JANIE WILLIAMS
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I would like to know why I am having to replace valve cover gasket at least five times since owning this car (2007). The coolant is full (never have to add), it does not run hot. The low coolant is displayed, check it, it is full. I take it to the shop because the oil smell, and smoke is coming from the hood, he says you need gaskets!
Nov 28, 2016 at 6:48 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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There may be an issue with the condition of the cover itself or sometimes a different brand of gasket is the solution. You need an experienced tech to examine the parts and determine why it keeps leaking.
Nov 28, 2016 at 10:33 AM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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Your valve covers were more than likely overtorqued at some point distorting the flanges of the covers,straighten covers or replace them with new gaskets
Nov 29, 2016 at 7:03 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Except the fact that they are cast aluminum covers and don't bend.
Nov 29, 2016 at 7:05 PM