Stupid Question - Valve Cover Gaskets?

[GallopingFord]

When I replace my valve covers (FRPP blue covers) do I need to replace the gaskets too?

Don't hate me!!! I couldn't find this information searching.

 

[AnotherS197GT]

Only if you rip or tear one of the gaskets.

 

[19COBRA93]

If you're replacing them with new FRPP valve covers, they come with new gaskets.

 

[GallopingFord]

If you're replacing them with new FRPP valve covers, they come with new gaskets.

Thank you sir.

 

[erat]

I bought a set just in case, even though they are re-usable. It's a pretty slim chance you damaging those gaskets.

 

[HellsBells]

I did a cam swap and my gaskets got dirty from sitting out for the time it took to swap cams. Wish I had bought new ones just out of laziness of cleaning them.

 

[BruceH]

Once or twice is fine. I reused a set for a third time and they were stretched to the point of not sealing. Lucky me, I got to take the covers off and do it again.

 

[RedMosesSC]

I just cleaned mine and reused, saves a couple bucks if your set doesn't come with new ones, mine never have...