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Old Aug 16, 2015 | 04:42 PM
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So my engine valve cover is leaking very little oil... My mechanic is charging me 100$ to change the gasket which seems to be bad.... Is this a bad price? I'm from Miami Florida. Also should I worry about it? It's very minimal or is due time an I should do it already
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that is about an hour of labor.....
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Old Aug 18, 2015 | 05:05 PM
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that is about an hour of labor.....
Is that a yes or no?
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Old Aug 18, 2015 | 05:13 PM
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can you do it? if no, then its not bad
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Get some RTV silicone and put a small bead around the outer edge of the seal if your on a tight budget.
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