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Old 11-16-2018, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by dhrovat View Post
I recently purchased a Superformance Cobra with 351W engine.
It is leaking small amount of oil.
Can anyone recommend a mechanic near Walnut Creek, CA.
Thanks,
Dimitri
Most likely valve cover gaskets, really easy to change. Run your finger along heads i bet you find your leak: I got mine to finally seal up tighter than a drum using cork gaskets and 80062 permatex high tack sealer.

I also helps to use studs instead of bolts which allows you to place the gasket on the studs which keeps it in position while installing the valve covers. This also eliminates the possibility of bolts bottoming out appearing tight but not actually clamping.

Steve H
1764

By the way im in the east bay too (Alameda)
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