Re: [xj-s] Cam Cover Leaks

["Kirbert" <palmk@mailer.gadcomm.net>]

> From:          David Elizalde <delizald@shrike.depaul.edu>
> 
> I was informed by a mechanic that I needed to replace the cam cover gaskets
> and the center valley cover gasket on my 1986 XJ-S.  The price quoted took
> my breath away!

Some of us are more easily shocked than others.  How much are we 
talking?

> 1.  How complex is this job? 

Not too bad, but does take some time.  Gotta yank the intake 
manifolds.

> 2.  Will anything bad happen if I defer this repair for awhile?

Lotsa leaking oil.

> The leaks
> aren't too bad yet but some oil is getting on the exhaust manifold.

It'll probably still do that AFTER they fix it!  You might wanna 
wait, we're working on some improved sealing procedures here at my 
house.

> 4.  Is there a sealer that might do the job temporarily or permanently
> without need for gasket replacement?

No.

 -- Kirbert      |     If anything is to be accomplished,
                 |     some rules must be broken.
                 |          - Palm's Postulate

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