Is there anyone on here from the NW 'burbs of Detroit? (Oakland Co) Looking for some local advice on where to buy parts, tools to do this job myself.

I really need to do something about our valve cover leak. It was seeping oil and when I asked the dealership to look at it during an oil change and make a recommendation, they said we need all new valve covers as well as new seals. Oh, at a nifty price too.

They said the HIGH Heat the valve covers are subjected to causes them to warp. Naturally, I said, no thanks. And naturally the leak is now worse. It actually smokes a little and it even looks like a bolt is missing (there's a hole with clean threads) - I'm beside myself. They wouldnt replace the seal without replacing the covers too.

Does any of this make sense to y'all? Maybe I'm off base but they were incredibly rude and spoke down to me the whole time. My dad raced cars and rebuilt engines. I was in there doing that work with him for oh, an entire childhood and throughout my teens. I have a clue in other words, but it was a long time ago.

I'm fairly certain I can do this, but I dont know where to get the tools and parts in SE Oakland county, MI. Anyone have any insight or info? Thanks!