B&S Valve Cover Leak

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Hi, I have a B&S 282H07-0110-E1 engine with what appears to be a leak on the OHV cover. Is it ok to use Permatex or similar to fix this issue as the gasket set is not cheap.

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Hi, I have a B&S 282H07-0110-E1 engine with what appears to be a leak on the OHV cover. Is it ok to use Permatex or similar to fix this issue as the gasket set is not cheap.

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Buy a genuine Briggs and Stratton Engine Gasket Set Valve 796189 for £56.00. We only sell genuine Garden Tractor Spares. Parts in stock and shipped worldwide!
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Gaskets are normally really reasonably priced. I use Permatex The Right Stuff which is ready in 90 minutes. Have had excellent results. Make sure both the valve cover and cylinder head are completely clean of all gasket material, sealant, oil.
 
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Gee! You just need a valve cover gasket, that is a whole cylinder head set.

Remove the cover, clean it well, then clean the head surface well where the cover goes. Apply some Permatex Ultra Gray or Ultra Black, let it sit for about a minute, then assemble and snug the bolts down lightly. Don't use cheap bathtub clear silicone because it will fail with heat in a short time.

Most Briggs and Stratton engines use silicone instead of replacement valve cover gaskets when servicing.
 
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Hi All,

Thanks for the replies. Yes as pointed out I don't need the whole gasket set. Will get too it.
 
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