VTS rocker cover (Need ground down?)

1. Hazmanscoop Established Member Joined: Oct 2008 Witney Posts: 2481 Black VTS

   #1 9th August 2013, 14:09

   Hi guys,
   
   I had my rocker covers re-sealed a few months ago, but they have split again and are leaking.
   
   Im sure i read that when doing it you need to grind the "feet" of the covers down before re-sealing.
   
   is this true? any ideas?
   
   thanks
2. user_44357 Regular Poster Joined: May 2010 Kent Posts: 431

   #2 9th August 2013, 14:32

   Yes I always grind and file them flat and never had anyone moan about a leak after.
3. Hazmanscoop Established Member Joined: Oct 2008 Witney Posts: 2481 Black VTS

   #3 9th August 2013, 14:43

   cheers for the info pal!
4. nicole_ Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Jul 2009 Newcastle Posts: 6713 VTS & EK9

   #4 9th August 2013, 14:52

   Had the same problem with mine! Forgot to file the bits down and it keeps leaking
5. user_44357 Regular Poster Joined: May 2010 Kent Posts: 431

   #5 9th August 2013, 14:55

   Make sure to clean both contact surfaces too before you seal them. I use brake cleaner and I apply the sealant to the rocker covers rather then then engine as I find it easier (make sure you go inside the holes. I've seen people go around the outside. Lol) Tighten from inside out and use a setting sealant not a non setting one.
   
   Think that's all
6. Hazmanscoop Established Member Joined: Oct 2008 Witney Posts: 2481 Black VTS

   #6 9th August 2013, 15:04

   Nice one, will take all that info into account!