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Valve cover oooppppsss!

Old Oct 22, 2009 | 06:04 PM
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So I was minding my own business dismounting the front bumper to put on the front lip and i noticed that one of the screws of the valve cover was leaking some oil. so i went and purchased the little rubber o-ring(?) that goes in the middle of the screw and changed it. when I was putting the screw back on I noticed a little "crack" sound... yes, i broke the screw inside the valve cover.... crap... well, i'll get to it tomorrow.
Any one knows a good extractor brand? i used to have a craftman one but it broke and i don't know where I last store it...
 
Old Oct 22, 2009 | 07:03 PM
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AutoZone sells a good low cost set made by Great Neck...about $26.99 for the set 5 pcs I think..

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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 07:20 PM
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How about using a dremel cutoff wheel and grind a slot for a flat screwdriver, then heat up the cylinder head around the bolt and screw it out?
 
Old Oct 27, 2009 | 11:07 AM
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actually, it's not a good idea, since there's oil around and i might overheat a surface and bend it.
i listened to ang and the car is ready now... thanks to both of you guys.
The set was around $42.93 here but i had the $20-off for the card...
 
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