numb1zero

Hey guys, ive looked all around for a quick how-to on removing the 4.0 v6's valve covers with no luck
Does anyone know of a write up or feel like writing up a little guide for me?
I just want to paint them with some high temp engine paint.

Thanks in advance!
-Adam

2005Redfire6

There isn't much to it, you should be able to see the bolts that hold the valve covers down, when you find them all from there you just remove the hoses/brackets that are in the way on the valve covers or around them!

MustangFirstCar

Yes, it sounds easy, but I agree, a writeup would be really nice.

bakerjd

Grab yourself a Haynes manual at the local Autozone and go to work. I don't know about the 6 engines but I know during the reinstall on the 8's you need a torque wrench capable of at least 88lbs force. Make sure you read through the Manual thoroughly before you attempt anything. Good luck and make sure you post pics!

ABQstang89

It's pretty easy guys. You have to take off the coil pack which is a few bolts. It think there is 8 bolts per cover, you will need a deep socket (8mm i think). The egr stuff just has clips to remove them. That's all there is too it. You will have to fight the wiring a little but its not that bad.

2005Redfire6

Also on the passenger side there are a few hoses with a bracket on the back of the valve cover, thats the only thing that really sticks out in my memory about taking them off it was a PITA.

numb1zero

This makes me nervous, I don't own a torque wrench and I don't want to damage anything doing this wrong...

2005Redfire6

I've never used a torque wrech....

numb1zero

Oh well then I oughta give it a shot any reccomendations on paint brands or types?

tx_zstang

high-heat paint. Get them good and clean. dont get gas on them after painted.