Cam cover bolts.

[rhipsher]

I'm gonna have to remove the cam covers to get them powder coated. I've heard stories of the cam cover bolts breaking off. How often does this happen. I take it that its best to do it when the engine is hot. Any tips?

[jonszr1]

rick get ahold of corey tomarrow . he has the tricks for this.oh ps being uncle daddy keeps one VERY busy.

[bldavis11]

Originally Posted by rhipsher

I'm gonna have to remove the cam covers to get them powder coated. I've heard stories of the cam cover bolts breaking off. How often does this happen. I take it that its best to do it when the engine is hot. Any tips?

You'll be fine. If one seems to be seriously stick a little PB Blaster or Mystery Oil does the trick. You're likely going to replace the bolts anyway with SS ones. No great shakes here.

[flyin ryan]

If I feel one being a little grumpy I'll work it back & forth a little (counter clockwise-clockwise) to help break it free. I've never had one snap on me yet, thankfully .

[bdw18_123]

Or the torx part in the head will strip out . I had a bunch like that on mine, had to drill the heads off of practically half the cam cover bolts. Then used vise grips to get the rest of the bolt out after removing the cover.

[Sgreg]

Originally Posted by rhipsher

I'm gonna have to remove the cam covers to get them powder coated. I've heard stories of the cam cover bolts breaking off. How often does this happen. I take it that its best to do it when the engine is hot. Any tips?

I have a dozen I am selling here at one-half price. I bought mine many years ago just in case I did break a few off in removal. They do break, occassionally.

[jonszr1]

rick ,if you need any due to whatever let me know i have an extra set ,i will give them to you at no charge .got to help my buddies out