Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: mistertj on June 06, 2020, 22:32:12

Title: Very Tight Rocker Arm/Valve Cover
Post by: mistertj on June 06, 2020, 22:32:12

It's always difficult and a task to remove the rocker arm / valve cover. It binds between the hood latch mechanism and fuel injector lines. Wondering if this is common or if my engine is too far back? Thoughts?

Title: Re: Very Tight Rocker Arm/Valve Cover
Post by: Vander on June 06, 2020, 23:28:53

Sometimes this is a sign of a worn out transmission mount. You can position a floor jack where the transmission bolts to the motor and this will lift it in the rear to give you more clearance for the valve cover.

Title: Re: Very Tight Rocker Arm/Valve Cover
Post by: mistertj on June 07, 2020, 11:17:22

Thank you.

Title: Re: Very Tight Rocker Arm/Valve Cover
Post by: 450sl on June 07, 2020, 17:10:48

Mister,  With frontwheels in the air You will find that there is enough space to remove the Rocker over.


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