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Originally Posted by JPWEraser
Valve cover gaskets are not the same thing as valve stem seals. Valve stem seals are ring-like gaskets that go on each valve to keep oil in the valvetrain area from getting into the combustion chamber through the gap between the valve stem and the hole for the valve stem in the head. Just want to make sure I've made the distinction clear so you don't get the wrong info and try to chase this thing down with parts. I wouldn't touch anything until the inspection. In order to visually inspect the valve stem seals the tech must remove the valve covers anyways so it won't be a loss as the valve cover gaskets should be replaced at that time.
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Thank you for further clarifying I understand now. Well if I'm already there I might as well just do all the maintenance I really wanted to cerakote my valve covers too haha. After this my only worry would be blowing a valve spring.