Recent content by longshot

  1. L

    CJ valve cover

    Yeah, I decided to use 1/4" hardware instead of taking all the bolts to 5/16" like they recommend. I also used the round file trick to get my holes to line up. I am thinking that I will put a stud in the hole that I overdrilled, because then I can get it tight and leave it alone. But the...
  2. L

    CJ valve cover

    I was unsure if JB weld was strong enough or not, and I do have access to a welder. Thanks for the suggestions.
  3. L

    CJ valve cover

    Mine is an 85 cj7 with the 258-6cyl. The new cover is nice, but the holes are not lining up right. My stock plastic cover was broken at the back. In the instructions for the new one they say you have to drill out the two blind holes on the drivers side of the head (that are unthreaded and sit...
  4. L

    CJ valve cover

    Has anyone put the aftermarket aluminum valve cover on their 4.2L? I am having problems with mine. I also had the doors apart to put new lock cylinders in them, and they were working fine. Now when I try to get in the drivers door it's like the linkage is jammed and I cant open the door. If...
Back
Top