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Technical => Technical => Engine & Gearbox => Topic started by: mk24ever on September 03, 2022, 01:51:37 PM

Title: rusty valve covers
Post by: mk24ever on September 03, 2022, 01:51:37 PM
in our cars are some rusty valve cover.
some with a even layer of rust, some with the rust peeling off.

what to do about it ?
pitting corrosion should be avoided, i guess ?

should i use a wire brush or apply rust converter ?
maybe removing the oil with cleaning alcohol before ?

after having it off, one of you guys brushed it clean
and painted it black with something, i have seen somewhere here.
but since i wouldn't take it off now, i just like to conserve it a little..