Valve cover cleaning

[nene]

Now that I am adjusting my valves using the back-side method and have the valve covers off, any suggestions on what to use to clean them?

Thanx,

[timmy2]

I've read where others use an engine degreaser, and a brush, then rinse them off and put them in the dishwasher...

[Bill Jennings]

Dennis,

You didn't mention the most important part......
Put in dishwasher after wife goes out and remove before wife comes home!

Cheers
Bill

[nene]

Thanx Timmy, I did think to use that, but I won't put in the dishwasher!!

[nene]

My dishwasher will stink if I do that.

[RWebb]

sand them flat; then clean

[nene]

Webb, what do you mean by sanding them? And while were at it, what do you use to clean the seat where the valve covers go (on the engine side)?

[RWebb]

1. search on sand + valve + cover + flat

- you will get tips & procedure

2. is paper stuck there?? if so, use a plastic scraper or wooden wedge

[nene]

I get it! Fortunately, nothing is stuck on the covers or the engine seat.

Thanx,

Serg