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Rubber valve stem seals are the parts used to keep tires from leaking around the valve stems. They provide a tight seal which also keeps them securely in place.

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How will a car act if the valve stem seals are bad?

If the valve stem seals are bad the intake valves will "suck" oil into the cylinders. One common indicator of worn valve stem seals is to take your foot off the accelerator for several seconds when going downhill, then watch for smoke when you step on the accelerator again. If you see a puff of BLUISH smoke, you probably have bad valve stem seals. The catalytic converter can become oil fouled so that would be another indicator that you might have valve stem seal problems.


Why is there oil on the spark plug threads?

valve stem seals


What is the function of valve stem seals?

Valve stem seals help prevent oil from leaking into the combustion chamber through the valve guides. They also help control the lubrication of the valve stems and guide them properly within the cylinder head.


You just replaced your head gasket on your 97 blazer and now you have oil in your carb is there anything else besides the PCV valve that would cause this?

did you check the condition of the valve stem seals while you had the head off? bad valve stem seals will allow oil to leak into inlet manifold . the head needs to be off to change valve stem seals


Symptoms of Valve seals leaking?

If the valve stem seals are bad the intake valves will "suck" oil into the cylinders. One common indicator of worn valve stem seals is to take your foot off the accelerator for several seconds when going downhill, then watch for smoke when you step on the accelerator again. If you see a puff of BLUISH smoke, you probably have bad valve stem seals. The catalytic converter can become oil fouled so that would be another indicator that you might have valve stem seal problems.


Will gasoline damage rubber in tire valve stem?

yes


Can you use oil treatment for bad valve stem seals?

No, oil treatment will react in the same way as regular oil. Replace the valve seals.


Do you have to remove the heads to replace valve stem seals on a 1995 mitsubshi 3000gt non turbo?

Yes, to replace the valve stem seals on a 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT non-turbo, you typically need to remove the cylinder head. This is necessary to access the valve springs and retainers, which hold the valve stem seals in place. Once the head is off, you can replace the seals and reassemble everything. It's advisable to follow a service manual for detailed instructions and to ensure proper reinstallation.


What is or does valve stem OD mean?

Valve stem OD refers to the outer diameter of a valve stem. This measurement is important for determining the size compatibility between the valve stem and other components in a system, such as seals or guides. Choosing the correct valve stem OD ensures proper fit and functionality.


How do bellows valves work?

Bellow is similar to a hollow flexible hose. It functions like a vertical diaphragm (parallel instead of perpendicular to valve stem). It seals with the valve stem at one end, and seals with the valve body at the other end. Therefore, it allows a small relative move between valve stem and body, but prevents fluid from leaking across bellow surface. The move pushes seat or stem tip for valve to close or open. --SteveX


What is a rubber valve stem?

That would be the part of the wheel where you add air to the tire.


Is there an inexpensive fix or additive for having your rubber valve stem seals shot allowing white exhaust smoke only at startup?

sounds like a small block chevy...the best fix is to replace the seals. they make tools that allow you to pump air into a cylinder so you can repalce the valve seal without removing the head.