Quote:
Originally Posted by KnighTT
Turn the engine via the crank until the valves, on the intake you are working on, are completely closed.
22mm socket fits right on the end.
|
Save the hassle and just jump the starter, super easy
Quote:
Originally Posted by kens
is... that a hole in the top? You can see it outlined even with carbon in it in the before?
|
It's part of the PCV system. Rb turbo makes a plug kit for it. If you are doing the VCG, which for the $30 or so would be worth it right now since it's apart, I'd do the plug kit as well.
From my reading typically high mileage N54s can expect failure of the pcv system from the channels in the cover being clogged. His system externalizes it. I was on a tight budget when I did my rebuild so I saved the $150 for the catch can and ran without it for a short while. With out the CC the functionality is basically the same as stock, but actually functional. Then when I get the CC I'll just put it inline in the hose.
Side note on the valve cleaning you can build your own kit for about $100 at harbor freight and some DIY.