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Old 11-11-2006 | 05:17 PM
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Valve Cover Gaskets

I am trying to replace the valve cover gaskets. I have the drivers side off. But the other one I cannot What do I need to remove to be able to get the cover off? Are there any special secrets? ANs is there maybe a web site with instructions? Thanks
Old 11-24-2006 | 07:43 PM
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i had that problem with mine also. i read to take a flat head screwdriver and carefully pry it along the edges. it shouldn't take long before it pops loose. that worked with mine. just be careful not to push too hard or it could dent the cover. hopefully that's will work if you haven't tried it yet. good luck
Old 11-24-2006 | 11:35 PM
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Car: 1982 Trans-Am
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Axle/Gears: 10 bolt, true-trac, 3.73
What year car, and what motor exactly?
Should be 4 bolts (perimeter bolt style?) and should be super easy... But again, which motor?
Old 12-01-2006 | 08:32 PM
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Old 12-02-2006 | 02:59 PM
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TPI? If so remove the two connectors from the smog diverter, and remove the 10mm bolt from where it bolts to the smog pump, and pull it out of there. This should give ample room.
Old 12-02-2006 | 03:13 PM
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TPI? If so remove the two connectors from the smog diverter, and remove the 10mm bolt from where it bolts to the smog pump, and pull it out of there. This should give ample room.
Even without the diverter it's still a pain to do with the heater hoses, injector harness and AIR tubing all getting in the way.
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