Valve cover gaskets on V8

[Dannyboy lx470]

I have noctice a sweat on both sides and a leake on one side.Passenger side leaking on to bottom of car.Is it a common problem on the V8, I have read try tighting the nuts first may be loose if not will change the gaskets is it a big job labour may take some time I think.

 

[BlueWeim]

It's not very hard. Just time consuming and can be tedious making sure to clean everything really nice before pulling the covers. I did mine in a Saturday. Not working very hard and being sure I didn't get thirsty. I would definitely try tightening them first, it's very common for the bolts to work their way loose

 

[Sandroad]

The nuts do tend to work loose and end up barely finger tight. They take very little torque to re-tighten. Don't overdo it. Just snug them up and the leaks should stop.

 

[Lndbruizer]

Agree with above. Tightened mine a couple months ago and it's been leak free ever since.

 

[Dannyboy lx470]

Well had a look at them last night and nuts on side leaking especially two were really loose so tighten them all up and clean oil and now will monitor it.Thanks guys.