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Old 11-14-2013, 09:01 AM
lee polowczuk lee polowczuk is offline
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Originally Posted by Ferdman View Post
nestorb98, I have never replaced valve stem seals so I can't provide any advice with that job. With that much oil consumption it's a good idea to replace the valve stem seals.

Recommend buying Bosch or Beru spark plug wires. Apply a light coat of dielectric grease on the inside of each rubber boot to facilitate future removal. I apply a small dab to a Q-tip, then smear the dielectric grease inside the boot.
changing the valve stem seals should not be a big deal at all on the 2.3... on the six valve closest to the firewall is a pain because there's no access with off the shelf tools.... do a search... it helps to have a compressor and a special tool to guarantee that you are at TDC .... sorry i can't remember all the details, but i have done it twice.... you should see you consumption drop dramatically.
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