Valve Cover Sealant?

Strictly4Boosting · 03-23-2014, 03:44 PM

I tried searching and couldn't find anything.

It seems to me the 06 330 N52 engine use a different valve cover gasket. Mine is not pushed into the valve cover. It is just a red flat gasket that lays over the top of the head instead of being the black one that is pushed in the valve cover. When I removed the gasket, it seemed to me that it was the original, the year on the gasket says 05. I did not see any trace of sealant. Is it necessary? I cleaned the surface and haven't tightened anything yet, still wondering if it needs sealant or not. Let me know guys !!! If someone can check the book or any experience.

longnvu · 03-23-2014, 05:44 PM

Its not necessary but i've used hondabond to ensure no leaks.

Strictly4Boosting · 03-23-2014, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by longnvu

Its not necessary but i've used hondabond to ensure no leaks.

Thanks man, just making sure !!!

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longnvu First Lieutenant 38 Rep 305 Posts Drives: E90 E92 E60 F30 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: texas iTrader: (3)	Its not necessary but i've used hondabond to ensure no leaks.
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