Originally Posted by
pizzaguy
I do not see the need, if the clamps are new. I think I remember seeing that as well, (it's been seven years) and I cleaned it off the cover, making sure my new clamps were tight - and yes, I put new clamps on.
Now, as to the valve covers, I have heard of some guys going back in six months and finding the bolts were loose and setting them to 5-7 lbs and things being OK after that.
Umm.. clamps? Because my hoses do not have any clamps on breather cover end. That might be the culprit for oil smell as well.
Also I need to check the torque on the bolts.