Another cracked Valve Cover

[Wizard]

JB weld has always worked for me. Just be careful to let it set completely before installing. Try JB Quik, it sets in 5 minutes, cures in a few hours. Welding is not really worth it since it's aluminum and kinda thin where it usually cracks. Would cost you around $30-50 to get it welded and that's what you can find a new one for. Don't forget that all 4g DOHC models use the same cover (1g and 2g, even Mirage, colt, etc with DOHC) and don't forget the forgotten Hyundai's. The late model ones (factory black with polished letters, doesn't say Hyundai) are a great investment. If anyone has seen these, they are gorgeous, and extremely beefed up. They use tall shoulder bolts to allow even torque and the underside has ton of reinforment ribbing to prevent cracks. As well as a much more refined gasket surface to prevent leaks. Bolts up no problem, just need the matching gaskets and bolts.

BTW, I'm looking for one of these myself, 94-96 Elantra and 94-98 Sonata. Hit me up if you see one.

When tightening your vavle cover, use a 1/4 ratchet, and grab it at the head of the ratchet. This makes it harder to overtighten. The bolts only need to be a little bit more than snug. Once you see the gasket compress, STOP. Let the gasket do it's job.

Wiz