Sorry but need Help with Valve covers Options

[Kerrys914]

I have taken my dam valve cover off 3 times to fix this leak, with no luck.

I had a what I thought was rocker tap so I took off my 0% leaking valve cover to inspect things. Everything was fine so I reinstalled the cover and went about my other duties......the next thing I know......Smoke every where and oil sizzle'n on the heat exchanger.

I think it is coming from the top/rear part of the cover. I can see signs of oil on the rear side of the head near the cover.

During the last install (number 3) I cleaned both surfaces very well and used permatex on the cover to hold the gasket on. I waited about 30-45 mins and installed the cover onto the head. Nothing betweeen the gasket and the head (this seemed to be what most were/are doing).

In less then 5 mins drip drip drip SMOKE... I am loving it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

I even took the heatexchanger off last time to make sure I could get full access to the head.

I am now at the point I think I will use permatex on the head as well AND thinking about the P Parts fix using sheet metal strips welded to the inside of the cover. Does this work? Anyone have a set available?

Could there be any engine pressure issues that could cause oil leaks like this. It is a steady drip one every second...? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)

Cheers
Kerry (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)