Rocker cover gasket..which is best

[DMike]

Cheers Si
I have an old screwfix Torque wrench that I use on wheel nuts, I always back off the spring once used and it's stored in it's box.
Hopefully that will be OK to use, don't want to damage anything.

10 NM is just barely more than fingertight and the valve cover studs are known to snap easily. Thus a small torque wrench would be advisable. A large torque wrench that can torque wheel nuts is probably too inaccurate for this task.

 

[Brouse]

I have a gasket for my car, but can anyone explain removing the valve motor off the cover and refitting procedure as thats whats stopping me from changing it , please ?
Its not leaking, but want to do it as peace of mind. Also do you need to replace the motor gasket at the same time ?

I can explain this, pop me a dm and I'll take some time to write something up tomorrow.

 

[Brouse]

Also OP go main dealer on gaskets unless you can find out the manufacturer, worth it for anything that stops things leaking.

 

[patriot66]

Cheers Si
I have an old screwfix Torque wrench that I use on wheel nuts, I always back off the spring once used and it's stored in it's box.
Hopefully that will be OK to use, don't want to damage anything.

10 NM is just barely more than fingertight and the valve cover studs are known to snap easily. Thus a small torque wrench would be advisable. A large torque wrench that can torque wheel nuts is probably too inaccurate for this task.

DMike is correct. Your torque wrench that can do wheel nuts up to 120Nm or more probably has a range 40 - 200Nm or similar, so won't be suitable for 10Nm nuts and bolts.
Good news is a decent 1/4" drive 5 - 25Nm torque wrench can be had for as little as £25

 

[firebobby]

Cheers Si
I have an old screwfix Torque wrench that I use on wheel nuts, I always back off the spring once used and it's stored in it's box.
Hopefully that will be OK to use, don't want to damage anything.

10 NM is just barely more than fingertight and the valve cover studs are known to snap easily. Thus a small torque wrench would be advisable. A large torque wrench that can torque wheel nuts is probably too inaccurate for this task.

DMike is correct. Your torque wrench that can do wheel nuts up to 120Nm or more probably has a range 40 - 200Nm or similar, so won't be suitable for 10Nm nuts and bolts.
Good news is a decent 1/4" drive 5 - 25Nm torque wrench can be had for as little as £25

Cheers Si and Mike
Something like this
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-STW901-Torque-Wrench-Micrometer-Style-1-4-Drive-5-25Nm-in-EVA-Tray/333699647528?epid=18040213525&hash=item4db20c8828:gOMAAOSwQV1fROyq

 

[DMike]

10 NM is just barely more than fingertight and the valve cover studs are known to snap easily. Thus a small torque wrench would be advisable. A large torque wrench that can torque wheel nuts is probably too inaccurate for this task.

DMike is correct. Your torque wrench that can do wheel nuts up to 120Nm or more probably has a range 40 - 200Nm or similar, so won't be suitable for 10Nm nuts and bolts.
Good news is a decent 1/4" drive 5 - 25Nm torque wrench can be had for as little as £25

Cheers Si and Mike
Something like this
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-STW901-Torque-Wrench-Micrometer-Style-1-4-Drive-5-25Nm-in-EVA-Tray/333699647528?epid=18040213525&hash=item4db20c8828:gOMAAOSwQV1fROyq

Yes, tested and with certificate, looks good.

 

[24057]

Valvetronic motor gasket is an easy job. I did it myself last weekend. Just make sure you have an e7/e8 female Torx driver.

1. Disconnect battery negative
2. Remove engine cover
3. Disconnect valvetronic cable
4. Remove surrounding ignition coils (un clip and pull out)
5. Unclip ignition wiring harness to allow motor to be removed freely
6. Using a 3/4mm Allen key (can’t remember which one) gently wind in the motor clockwork until it stops.
7. Undo the 3 fixing bolts
8. Begin to unwind the motor anti clockwise whilst gently pulling it out.
9. Replace gasket
10. Gently wind motor back in until it sits on the new gasket face
11. Reverse removal procedure

 

[patriot66]

DMike is correct. Your torque wrench that can do wheel nuts up to 120Nm or more probably has a range 40 - 200Nm or similar, so won't be suitable for 10Nm nuts and bolts.
Good news is a decent 1/4" drive 5 - 25Nm torque wrench can be had for as little as £25

Cheers Si and Mike
Something like this
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-STW901-Torque-Wrench-Micrometer-Style-1-4-Drive-5-25Nm-in-EVA-Tray/333699647528?epid=18040213525&hash=item4db20c8828:gOMAAOSwQV1fROyq

Yes, tested and with certificate, looks good.

Lovely ! Just the ticket. I love a bit of anodised aluminium