Oil Breather Leaking

[HemiTM]

I am using valve covers similar to these. Problem is the twist on oil breather cap leaks bad. I would like to convert to a push in breather cap. Are there any conversion kits available?

 

[fishy68]

No conversion kit I know of but I converted one to a push in breather by purchasing a grommet from Summit and silicone'ing it in place. Never leaked a drop.

BTW: do your valve covers have baffles? If not that may be one reason they leak. Baffles deflect the oil slung off the rocker arms.

 

[RustyRatRod]

Do the caps have gaskets? Do they tighten down real firm? Sometimes, you can bend the little tabs to make them tighten against the gaskets better and seal up.

 

[clhyer]

Are you using a PCV valve?
I have asked a similar question here:
http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=156747

IMHO, I think we need a PCV valve on one cover and a breather cap on the other. I am just awaiting someone more knowledgeable than I am to set the record straight. Definitely the baffle, though, too.
C

 

[fishy68]

Are you using a PCV valve?
I have asked a similar question here:
http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=156747

IMHO, I think we need a PCV valve on one cover and a breather cap on the other. I am just awaiting someone more knowledgeable than I am to set the record straight. Definitely the baffle, though, too.
C

Yep. PCV on one side, breather on the other.