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  1. #1 VC gaskets 
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    I just bought my daughter a 1997 grand prix SE 3800. She is leaving for college in 10 days and the valve cover gaskets need to be replaced. Does anyone know how to do this?
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    Moved.

    this should cover you: http://www.grandprixforums.net/how-i...l67-40706.html

    You should also look into this one as well: http://www.grandprixforums.net/video...utes-3112.html

    Very common issue.

    Also make sure you get these replaced as well: http://www.grandprixforums.net/how-c...ows-49779.html
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    Thank you, I will look at the links. Hopefully there are some step by step instructions...lol.
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    Matt....Is that link for a 1997 Grand Prix SE 3800??...I do not see it anywhere
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    they're mostly the same.

    read the note at the bottom of the last link.
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    Unbolt valve covers

    remove old gasket.

    Make sure everything is clean

    put on new gasket

    bolt on valve cover gaskets.
    '01 GT - Top swapped. ported SC/Heads/TB, SD headers, open cone, HPTuners, 3.4 MPS, 60#'s, E85.______________________SMGPFC #99_______________________
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