Im using some rubber type(these are the ones that were installed by the
dealer when this motor was replaced around feb/march 2k1
I have right now a new rubber set($18 @ Autozone) that I will put in
tomorrow evening and I will go ahead and replace my PCV valve as Im most
certain its original)
Bill Day
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----- Original Message -----
From: "RayB" <bpracing@worldnet.att.net>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Friday, February 28, 2003 8:36 AM
Subject: DML: RE: V6 3.9 Mag in GenII..
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > Got a quick query for the lsit... are the V^ mags prone to popping valve
> > cover gaskets...? <snip>
> > Bill Day
> >
>
> Uh, gee, Bill, no. On the V8 magnums they use 10 bolts vs. pre-mag 5
bolts
> and the Mopar valve cover gasket is steel sandwiched between silicone
> rubber. They are also re-usable. I've reused mine many times over the
> past 10 years and haven't had a problem. My guesses on the cause of your
> problem would be either severe over tightening of the VC bolts or a
plugged
> PCV valve causing abnormal crankcase pressures. That's if you're using
> Mopar gaskets. If you're using another brand.....well, I would think that
> might be the problem.
>
> HTH,
>
> RayB
> http://www.dragtruk.com/ENTRIES/20KM1FD2KWBP.html
>
>
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