I had a quote from another mechanic who said they'll order the gasket first, my car being Crv 1996, and it would take an hour or 2. Another shop said they don't have to order as the gasket is standard for all and I'll have to leave my car so the sealant they'll use will dry overnight, so which one is right?
My oil have been leaking since 5 years ago. I'm just worries that the gasket won't be replaced but be reused and just sealed with a sealant to save on cost?
Also, does it take overnight to have it fixed?
cheers
maxi090605,
Oct 20, 4:35pm
*Rocker gasket
mopsy3,
Oct 20, 4:37pm
So if you don't trust mechanic #2 don't use him. Simple answer.
maxi090605,
Oct 20, 4:49pm
could be as simple as that, except there is a $150 difference between the 2.
floscey,
Oct 20, 5:02pm
B20B engine rocker cover gasket kit with plug seals and bolt washers normally go for around $40 .
maxi090605,
Oct 20, 5:12pm
Does it need overnight to let the sealant dry?
floscey,
Oct 20, 5:21pm
NO, not if correct sealant is used .They should only be using a very small drop of sealant in the corners of cam arches at the most .
woody1946,
Oct 20, 5:22pm
A good garage will show you the old part once a new one is installed------At least the one I use does
maxi090605,
Oct 20, 5:47pm
I could ask them to show me, but i wouldn't know if that really came from my car. Should I just ask for a warranty instead, say 1 year or 2, if it leaks then it should be free of charge whatever?
toyboy3,
Oct 20, 6:41pm
do you want the leak fixed ? Or do you want to spend money?
macman26,
Oct 20, 6:54pm
Perhaps they picked up an old space shuttle cheap?
maxi090605,
Oct 20, 7:08pm
and?
ridiculousness,
Oct 20, 10:26pm
LOL at 'rocket gasket'!
thunderbolt,
Oct 21, 12:35am
Maybe you need to find a mechanic you actually trust. Most of them are honest. Ask your friends who they recommend.
poppajn,
Oct 21, 12:58am
How many '96 CRV's would you think they'd do in a day. Do it yourself, seem's your the only one you trust.
maxi090605,
Oct 21, 1:20am
you do think that most gaskets are the same type, don't you?
maxi090605,
Oct 21, 1:29am
Glad I made you laugh. Some people can be easily amused. :)
motorboy2011,
Oct 21, 11:53am
cam cover gasket.
kazbanz,
Jan 14, 2:31am
Maxi-What are you hoping to gain? Im guessing no more rocker cover leakage. If the repair is to use a good quality slow drying sealant to do the job what does it matter to you? -as long as the leak stops of course. -Incidently this is on the basis you have a 20 year old vehicle so unlikely the rocker cover will be opened again in its lifespan.
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