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Originally Posted by Junkman
The leak seems to be stopped after going back and snugging all 4 nuts again. The valve cover is on the shoulders of the studs. I have another car to do and will follow the same procedure
ie 1. make sure that the gasket fits the cover well enough to easily stay in place without sealer between the gasket and cover.
2 install nuts snug but no where near tight.
3. Start & run engine until normal operating temp.
4 re-snug all 4 nuts.
Will report back with results after driving for a while.
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Glad to hear my method worked for you. I was not able to see what brand of gasket I have. My guess is Victor Rienze.
On your next gasket, to speed up its seating, soak it in boiling water for 15 min before hand, do not over tighten and do it in stages after engine reached operating temp by feel till the leak stops. I'd not recommend a heat gun, boiling water provides even heating (softening) of the rubber, a heat gun will not.