Only recommendation is to flip the straight over and average both side to ensure flatness because the temp of your hand along will make the straight edge bow. I use a precision cast iron heavy like 1” thick that is laser straight. And it doesn’t move
@@D-TunedGarage Sounds like you had good results though. And having the straight edge calibrated helps know it’s flat for sure. Most people skip this step all together, glad to see someone is taking the time to make sure it’s flat.
I use a plastic gauge that came in a timing belt kit I had installed a long time ago, I just saved it and always use that for clearance. But I do not remove the guides on the timing covers when disassemble and reassemble. I do set the clearance on the crank every time with the same plastic spacer that I have.
The biggest thing I have seen that keeps a gasket of any kind is cleaning the surfaces very well. Also only use OEM gaskets, I've used aftermarket gaskets and they always seem to leak. The silicone only can do its job when the surface its put on is very clean and dry. Any oil or debris will let the silicone dry without grabbing the surface. If it doesn't get a good bond to the metal oil can seep by
@@D-TunedGarage I used felpro gadgets in the past, didn't seat correctly, and the "recommended" procedure is not to use any sealant on the gaskets area🤷🏽. With that said, when I do it again 🙄, where under the STI 6M should I place the jack cuz I've gotta lift the engine to get to the lower back valve cover bolts? I just HAD to have a Subaru.....
@vannevels6758 Felpro gaskets are not good for Subaru valve covers. I've used felpro and lots of aftermarket brands, and they just don't do the job. Remove the dog bone from under the intercooler and the motor mount nuts and I use a little 6" 2x4 piece of wood and you can lift from the transmission pan, the front diff drain bolt area or even the oil pan. Just make sure the dog bone and motor mounts bolts/nuts are removed
Nice one bro 👍 👍 👍
Great content! Following along as I build mine
@@jonathandyang wish you the best of luck...if you have any questions feel free to reach out
Only recommendation is to flip the straight over and average both side to ensure flatness because the temp of your hand along will make the straight edge bow. I use a precision cast iron heavy like 1” thick that is laser straight. And it doesn’t move
The machine straight edge only has 1 side that machine true flat so I can't flip it. I appreciate the insight
@@D-TunedGarage Sounds like you had good results though. And having the straight edge calibrated helps know it’s flat for sure. Most people skip this step all together, glad to see someone is taking the time to make sure it’s flat.
Hi Did you check T/Belt to Guide clearances?
I use a plastic gauge that came in a timing belt kit I had installed a long time ago, I just saved it and always use that for clearance. But I do not remove the guides on the timing covers when disassemble and reassemble. I do set the clearance on the crank every time with the same plastic spacer that I have.
Thats just blinker fluid build up from non-use by WRX drivers
06 obxt; my 25K+- valve cover gaskets are weeping oil, not really leaking. When I put new gaskets in🙄 what can I do to keep this from happening again?
The biggest thing I have seen that keeps a gasket of any kind is cleaning the surfaces very well.
Also only use OEM gaskets, I've used aftermarket gaskets and they always seem to leak.
The silicone only can do its job when the surface its put on is very clean and dry. Any oil or debris will let the silicone dry without grabbing the surface. If it doesn't get a good bond to the metal oil can seep by
@@D-TunedGarage I used felpro gadgets in the past, didn't seat correctly, and the "recommended" procedure is not to use any sealant on the gaskets area🤷🏽. With that said, when I do it again 🙄, where under the STI 6M should I place the jack cuz I've gotta lift the engine to get to the lower back valve cover bolts? I just HAD to have a Subaru.....
@vannevels6758 Felpro gaskets are not good for Subaru valve covers. I've used felpro and lots of aftermarket brands, and they just don't do the job.
Remove the dog bone from under the intercooler and the motor mount nuts and I use a little 6" 2x4 piece of wood and you can lift from the transmission pan, the front diff drain bolt area or even the oil pan. Just make sure the dog bone and motor mounts bolts/nuts are removed
@@D-TunedGarage ok, 😎