Valve cover gaskets

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Valve cover gaskets

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I was wondering if anyone has changed there own valve cover gaskets on their 2000 Bonneville. And if so how long did it take you and I was wondering if there is a big difference in difficulty from the older style of the Bonnie.

I'm debating on weather I should do it myself to save some dough or take into the shop and most likely get the shaft! :dontknow:

Thank you in advance!
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Yes, it's about an hour, same procedure as the older bonnes, outlined here:

http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... =53&t=6879
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00Beast wrote:Yes, it's about an hour, same procedure as the older bonnes, outlined here:

http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... =53&t=6879
Thank you! That will save me some money. I was hoping there wouldn't be that much of difference.

That helps a bunch thank you!
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Very easy, but then I had the upper intake off, so I don't know how difficult the rear one is with it still on.
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