no offense but taking the valve cover off has to be the easiest thing to do... u unscrew take off put new on remembering the gasket and re screw

 

soo true god damn dealers and the parts we need

 

I know.

Can you work a socket wrench? If so, then this is pretty easy. Forget the gaskets and seals (unless you got an old car). I took my cover off at least 3 times and it doesn't leak.

 

so if the car is new like a 2000 model u don't need to replace the gaskets and seals?

 

i said that. its suggested but not necessary.

 

ok, so if u were in my position would u or not?

 

If you're THAT worried about it...and it sounds like you are. Just spend the freaking 10 dollars and do it so you can have peace of mind, but don't post the same question 15 times.

 

hes right, this isnt a big deal.

when you take it off be gentle, inspect it for tears, inspect it for rot. if it looks set it carefully to the side and reinstall it. if not, then get a new one

common sense is really important when you work on your car. and you cant buy that.

 

owned by a girl. :chuckles:

she's right though man... you're taking this way too seriously. Just be cautious, but have fun with it. Don't be so terrified of your car.

 

theres no excuse for loosing the seals/gasket either way...