Rocker cover
10 March 2007, 02:16 PM
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Rocker cover
After replacing my radiator i still have a smell when the car is warm i have read on here it may be the rocker cover gasket that may need replacing. Please can some one post a pic of the rocker cover. I am going to do it myself as i am ok with a spanner just need pointing in the right direction. It is the drivers side and i am getting a bit of smoke. The only place that looks oily is under the header tank. I have done a search but found no pics so if some one has a link to a usefull thread please post.
is this the rocker cover
Many Thanks Neil
I will get this car running properly if it kills me.
is this the rocker cover
Many Thanks Neil
I will get this car running properly if it kills me.
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11 March 2007, 08:29 PM
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Sounds like rocker cover gasket. The oil seaps out and drips onto the hot exhaust causing the burning smell.
Its not too bad a job to sort. A couple of hundred to fix.
Its not too bad a job to sort. A couple of hundred to fix.
11 March 2007, 08:30 PM
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rocker covers are on either side of the engine. The spark plugs go through them. They cover the cam shafts... this is kinda simple mechanics which would make me wounder if you will be able to replace the gaskets when you dont even know what your looking for.
also could the oil be coming from the Power Steering fluid tank, these some times leak. althought the oil would not be likely to get to the exhaust from the power steering fluid tank.
Good Luck with it,
Gaz
also could the oil be coming from the Power Steering fluid tank, these some times leak. althought the oil would not be likely to get to the exhaust from the power steering fluid tank.
Good Luck with it,
Gaz
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11 March 2007, 08:32 PM
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If i get enough people confirming it is the rocker cover i am going to do it my self. Do subaru stock the gaskets or do they have to order
Many thanks Neil
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11 March 2007, 10:34 PM
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This should help alot m8
Muddy's Web site - The No. 1 site for The Subaru Impreza Turbo
very good site m8 and no it's not a virus
ps when u are in the site l@@k for diy stuff rocker cover repalacement is there some where m8 good luck
very good site m8 and no it's not a virus
ps when u are in the site l@@k for diy stuff rocker cover repalacement is there some where m8 good luck
15 March 2007, 06:16 PM
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Right changed the gaskets today £34 from subaru. Me and the 3 bottom bolts are on name terms (not good ones)
. But when i went out for a drive i noticed a lot of smoke
, i no it is coming from the exhaust is this the oil that has been spilt on it. I have had a look and can not see any leaks if so how long will this take to burn away. I have also get the idea on how to make a car - Put bolts in then put metal in the way so you can not get to them.
sorry going a little bit mad
If its leaking then its off to the garage.
. But when i went out for a drive i noticed a lot of smoke , i no it is coming from the exhaust is this the oil that has been spilt on it. I have had a look and can not see any leaks if so how long will this take to burn away. I have also get the idea on how to make a car - Put bolts in then put metal in the way so you can not get to them. sorry going a little bit mad If its leaking then its off to the garage.
15 March 2007, 09:45 PM
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dude-you've got a progressively worsening burning smell with increased levels of smoke comming from your engine and exhaust........stop messing around with a spanner get that car to a pro for a check up while theres still life in her, your trying to save a few quid with diy fix it, not a bad idea at all but get it checked before its too late
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it does take a little while to burn away, did a lot come out when changing the gaskets? how many miles has the car done? crank shaft oil seal tends to go at around 100k....
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Yes a bit came out and went inbetween the exhaust heat shield. Car has done 65000 miles. The problem i have now is since changing the rocker cover the car stalls when you press the clutch. Only does it when warm. going to check all the conections tonight
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