What is involved in replacing valve guides?
Some heads have replaceable guides and you just drive them out with the head off. Others need to be machined to have inserts installed.
How do you replace the valve guides on a 305 Chevy without removing the heads?
By using an air compressor to hold the valves shut, while you work on them. Each spark plug is removed and an adapter is used to screw into the plug location. This adapter is then connected to compressed air. Talk to may reputable mechanic and he can help you. The above answer is right WHEN replacing the VALVE SEALS. But the question was about replacing the valve guides. YOU MUST remove the heads and take… Read More
1993 ls 400 smokes only at start what's the probem?
It is possible that oil is seeping past the valve guides and into the combustion chamber. If your are burning oil, this is more likely the cause. Replacing the worn our valve will fix the problem.?æ
What does it mean when Exhaust is blowing blue smoke?
If it blows blue smoke when starting up, that is usually the valve guides need replacing. If it constantly blows blue smoke, you are looking at piston rings. Either way oil is getting into the combustion chamber. If it's valve guides, you need to have the heads looked at, if it is rings, the bottom of the engine needs to come out.
How much does it cost to change valve guides?
Ballpark estimate is $100 per hour labor plus parts, the new valve guides price.
Can you buy valve seal for Chevy?
Yes you can. I'd check the valve guides for wear while you're at it though. If the valve guides are bad a new seal isn't going to be a long term fix.
How do you remove a valve cover on a 1996 Hyundai elantra?
CAUTION: Some models are equipped with anti-theft-radio make sure you have the activation code before disconnecting battery * Disconnect negative battery cable * Detach the accelerator cable from the cable guides on the valve cover (It's not necessary to remove the cable guides unless you're replacing the valve cover) * Disconnect the PCV and breather hoses from the valve cover * Remove the spark plug wire cover bolts remove the cover and then remove the… Read More
Cost of replacing a egr valve?
The cost of replacing an EGR valve varies with the make, model and location of the car. An EGR valve for a 1996 Lincoln Town Car is about $160.
Can your replace the valve guides on a 93 Chevy 350 without removeing the heads if so how?
NO... You MUST remove the heads and take them to a machine shop and have the valve guides replaced. No other way.
What can cause the engine oil to overflow onto the spark plugs of a car engine?
possible bad valve guides or blown head gasket possible bad valve guides or blown headgasket
What will the heads have to do with a 350 Chevy smoking and using oil?
Valve guides and/or valve seals can be worn. Allows oil to get into the combustion chamber.Oil consumption and smoking are signs of either bad piston rings or bad valve guides/valve seals.A compression check on each cylinder can help determine which.
Can a PCV valve get ruin after replacing a transmission?
No, the pcv valve is not even close to the transmission.
Do you have to replace the proportioning valve when replacing the master cylinder?
No, not unless there is a problem with the valve which is rare.
Why does your 2006 f250 smoke on start up?
Worn valve guides? New answer : Worn valve guides WILL cause some what of a rough idle and engine would smoke at all times. If engine smokes at start up only and then quites then your problem would be the VALVE SEALS.
What does it mean when a car doesnt burn oil?
It means the piston rings, valve guides and valve seals are in good condition.
Can you change valve guides with the motor in the truck if so how its a 350?
to change valve guides, there is no reason to remove engine from vehicle. u do need to remove the heads , as the valve guides are in the heads.so u need to remove,the inlet manifold, exhaust manifolds,probably the distributor,the alternator, and anything else that is bolted to the heads. TAKE THEM TO A MACHINE SHOP!!! trust me, you dont want to try to do this yourself!!
How do you know if the modulator valve for a 1985 Chrysler fifth ave needs replacing?
It doesn't have a modulator valve. It doesn't have a modulator valve.
What is the function of the valve guide?
valve guides are present in the engine cylinder head.these valve guide operates the working of valves in the cylinder.that is the inlet ant the outlet valves.
Why does Engine burns oil on startup?
sounds like bad valve guides, and/or rings If engine runs smooth when hot? I don't think it's the guides I would check the valve seals. also need to pull valve covers to make sure oil return holes are open in the heads.
Do heads have to be removed to replace valve guides and valve stem seals on a 1995 Mazda millenia?
yes heads need to be removed
Why does a car engine burn oil?
bad piston rings Excessive engine wear - Rings, Valve guides, Valve seals
How do you replace valve stem seals 1989 Jeep?
How do you replace valve stems and guides on a 1989 Jeep 4 Cylinder engine?
What are the symptoms of Worn valve guides and rings?
oil consumption, tapping noise (because it is loose), burned valves or valve breakage
Why does PCV valve rattle?
It is supposed to rattle when you shake it. if it does not, it needs replacing. The rattle you hear is the check valve.
How do you replace a gate valve on a domestic water system?
By shutting off the water supply and replacing the valve
Replacing PCV valve 1987 ford ranger?
The pcv valve is located on the top of the valve cover. It is a plug in type and just pulls out.
Why is oil coming out of your motorcycle exhaust?
This could be caused by a clogged PCV valve, worn internal seals, or worn valve guides. A clogged PCV valve will pressurize the engine internally, which force oil past important seals into the exhaust stream. Likewise with worn seals, oil simply leaks out. Worn valve guides makes it possible for oil to seep down the exhaust valve into the exhaust stream.
What would cause excessive exhaust fumes from car when started?
valve guides or valve guide seals or piston rings. in colder weather?
Why would a car blow blue smoke then clear after about 20 miles?
My guess would be bad valve seals and/or worn valve guides.
Can exhaust gas backup and ignite in the valve cover?
Never heard of that happening, but if it did it would indicate very badly worn valve-guides.
Your car smokes from the exhaust manifold area and tailpipe when the car is cold or been sitting up for a hour?
The cause could be worn valve guides. As the engine cools oil can seep down through the valve guides around the valve stems and collect in the head and top of the cylinders to be burned off when the engine is started.
What causes a '73 Nova to emit white-grey smoke from exhaust when starting and revving engine?
the valve guides could be worn out The carburetor is running fuel rich and needs adjustment. If it were valve guides or rings the smoke would be blue
Why do your Accent smoke when you step on the gas after sitting at a light?
Bad valve guides or seals
My 22RE motor has a loud knock in the top of the motor could it be from the timing chain hitting the valve cover cause it quits when you take the valve cover off?
Your chain guides(plastic guides on either side of the chain) may be worn or broken, or the chain may be stretched from wear.If the guides are missing or worn, the timing chain can cut through the front of the block.
What does it mean when pressure is coming out of valve cover of 62 Ford 223 after new valve job including valve guides?
It sounds like your valve cover gasket wasn't installed properly or not torqued down properly. Is it leaking oil?
Do you need glue when replacing the valve cover gasket in 2000 Gallant?
Yes, a gasket goo is always advisable for valve covers.
How do you repair leaky valve guides?
This is a machine shop procedure which the head has to come off to accomplish.
What causes smoke from the exhaust?
It can be a number of things, but the most common problem is worn valve guides.
Why does your 1987 Corvette puff blue smoke when you first start it?
The engine valve stem seals are worn. Usually valve stem seal replacement is all that is needed, occasionally there is wear in the valve stems and/or valve guides which requires further repair.
What causes a small block Chevrolet engine to have smoke coming from the valve covert?
Excessive blow-by from worn rings and valve guides. A faulty or disconnected pcv system.
1993 Mazda MPV 4-cylinder Valve Seals?
You'll have to pull the heads and have the guides and seals replaced. Bad seals are usually an indication that the guides have worn as well.
What is involved in replacing a head gasket?
On the Villager, replacing both gaskets is most easily done by removing the engine from the vehicle.
How do you change valve guides?
Take your head to a machine shop. Trust me, you'll be better off that way.
1993 S10 blazer that smokes out the tailpipe on start up only why?
valve seals and or guides bad
Where is the cabin filter on 2004 Mitsubishi lancer?
Illustrated procedure for replacing your cabin filter:http://www.qualityplusauto.com/CAF/guides/8083C.pdf
What can cause your mirage to burn oil?
high miles, thin oil, bad valve guides, worn piston rings, leaky head gasket, and/ or a leaky PCV valve.