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waresworld
07-08-2003, 05:32 PM
I'm looking to replace the valve cover gaskets on my '95 Quad 4. Aside from the obvious concerns (cleaning off old gaskets, torque when bolting back on,..) does anyone know of any 'gotchas' I should be aware of? Just looking at the engine, it doesn't appear like the job would be too difficult.
ironray75
07-09-2003, 03:27 PM
I am thinking about doing the same thing..Any luck finding anything out yet?
LargeFish
07-09-2003, 03:36 PM
If you are gonna do your water pump, you'll almost be there:

http://www.gaownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=9996
waresworld
07-09-2003, 04:25 PM
I've found that it's not a simple job. To get the rocker arm/valve covers off, you'll have to remove the timing gear cover and possibly the chain and sprokets to get to 2 bolts to complete. I called a couple of shops around here for estimates and it averages $500 give/take. If anyone knows anything different, post it!
Caymen
07-09-2003, 04:31 PM
...and I thought GM's were easy to work on. Oh my :-( I was hoping to be able to replace the cam cover gasket on her GA. Wow, it is amazing how some companies can build an engine that is that difficult to work on. Amazing!!! Why douldnt they have made the engine like everyone else?


Tom
waresworld
07-09-2003, 05:16 PM
I perused a Chilton's book on the car and it does describe the procedure, but my estimation is that it would be a 6-8 hour job.
ironray75
07-09-2003, 05:37 PM
Well I have the Haynes, and it doesn't look any better..lol
waresworld
07-10-2003, 11:18 AM
I just found a reputable shop here that will do the job for around $250. See if you can find a similar price and judge whether 6-8 hours of your time is worth that!

Also, check out http://www.cybrrpartspro.com/Manual%20Lookup/cal_ModelLookup.html