Valve covers

[STITCHSCREWW]

I have bought a 2001 gt and it has a set of BBK aluminum valve covers on it. I can't find a new set of gaskets for them so I was going to install the stock covers but catching hell getting the driver side cover off. Does anyone have any dealings with these valve covers?

 

[07GtS197]

You can loosen the hydroboost and move it slightly to give you more room.

I remember years ago I replaced the lash adjusters in my ooooold 2000 gt. I just kept finagling the drivers side until it came out. Moving the booster is probably the way to go though.

 

[ttocs]

rtv?

 

[96blak54]

Stock valve cover removal with a 4.6l is a pain within itself, not terrible, but not like an old pushrod engine with ample amounts of room. I do believe @ttocs nailed it with BBK covers, rtv is your go too

 

[RAU03MACH]

its a bit of work what i do is if no room can be made ill undo the motor mounts lifting the engine to remove the motor mounts set the engine down on the cross member to rest with a rubber pad so no damage will be done to the oil pan
should give about 3 to 4 inches on valve cover clearance