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    Angry 03-31-2009
    I've got an 04 GTP with leaky valve covers. After finally getting them off, I find that both have cracks and broken chunks of plastic along where the gasket rides. Is anyone else having issuses with crappy plastic covers or know if GM is doing a recall on it? I mean, the plastic is literally PAPER THIN!! BOO GM
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    Default 03-31-2009
    I don't think there was a recall. In 2005 I think the 3800 received an update that used a stronger plastic.
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    Default 03-31-2009
    yeah, i dont know why they did plastic in the first place... good od aluminum or steel valve covers woud have been alot better
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    Default 04-03-2009
    does anyone know if this cracking on the inside edge is ok? the ones I ordered from the dealer came the same way (just not as bad)...
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